by Janet M.
Shlaes, Ph.D.
“It is
better to know some of the questions than all of the answers.” ~ James Thurber
I used to
think that wisdom resulted from expertise – knowing all the answers about a
particular topic. I discovered over time that I was wrong. Authentic wisdom is
not an end point; it’s a beginning - a way of being in the world that requires
a Zen type of beginner’s mind, along with the willingness to embrace compelling
life questions. A beginner’s mind approach recognizes and appreciates life’s
many unanswered questions; it encourages living into your personal questions
with courage, openness, curiosity, innocence and a sense of playfulness. A beginner’s mind attitude requires
intention, patience and the capacity to sit with ambiguity and embrace the
unknown. Personally, I think it’s worth the occasional confusion and
discomfort. Choosing to embrace a beginner’s mind often results in a very
interesting life, many unexpected twists and turns, some surprising challenges,
relationships, delights and enjoyable adventures. Questions are everywhere and
definitive answers are rare. What compelling life questions will you choose to
live into?
Janet
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