Foolishness vs. wisdom The contest between self knowledge and the understanding of others

Mondo Psychological Updated on 2024-01-29

In interpersonal interactions, we often meet people who are constantly trying to make others know about themselves. They are constantly expressing their opinions, experiences, and feelings, hoping to be recognized and understood by others. However, this pursuit of understanding by others is often motivated by a foolish state of mind.

Foolish people always pin their worth and sense of existence on others. They pay too much attention to the evaluations and opinions of others, and constantly cater and please them in order to gain the approval of others. They lack self-confidence and have doubts about their own abilities and worth, so they need the affirmation of others to prove their existence. However, this mentality of relying on the approval of others will only lead them to a deeper predicament.

In contrast, wise people know how to make an effort to understand themselves. They understand their inner needs and values and achieve personal growth and fulfillment through self-awareness. They don't focus too much on what others are saying, but instead focus on their own inner world. Through reflection and introspection, they continue to explore their potential and possibilities, so as to achieve self-worth.

Wise people know that the cognition of others is limited and cannot fully comprehend their own inner world. Everyone has their own life experiences and perspectives, and there is no complete substitute for the feelings and experiences of others. As a result, they don't rely too much on the approval of others, but build their confidence and self-esteem through self-knowledge.

Wise people also know how to make real connections with others. They respect the uniqueness and perspectives of others and are willing to listen and understand the needs and feelings of others. Through communication and interaction with others, they are not only able to understand others better, but they are also able to get to know themselves better. They understand that true growth and development can only be achieved through interaction with others.

In the pursuit of self-knowledge, wise people also face challenges and confusion. They will reflect on their past and future, exploring their purpose and meaning. However, it is through these confusions and challenges that they are able to continue to grow and improve. They understand that the meaning of life lies not in the approval of others, but in their own growth and fulfillment.

The foolish man always wants others to know him, while the wise man strives to understand himself. Foolish people pin their own value on others, while wise people achieve personal growth and fulfillment through self-knowledge. Wise people know how to respect the uniqueness of others and are willing to listen and understand the needs and feelings of others. They understand that true growth and development can only be achieved through interaction with others. In the pursuit of self-knowledge, wise people also face challenges and confusions, but it is through these confusions and challenges that they are able to grow and progress. The meaning of life lies not in the recognition of others, but in one's own growth and realization. Let us learn from wise people Xi strive to understand ourselves and achieve inner growth and fulfillment.

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