"人们不愿显得愚蠢；为了避免看起来愚蠢，他们愿意实际成为傻瓜。"
— Alice Walker
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People don’t want others to think they are silly or stupid, so they pretend to know things even if they truly don’t. This often means they end up staying uninformed instead of asking questions or seeking help to actually learn. For example, in a classroom, a student might not raise their hand to ask for clarification because they are afraid of looking dumb in front of their peers. By not asking questions, they may not understand the material properly and fall behind. It’s better to admit when you don’t know something and seek answers rather than pretending you do and missing the opportunity to learn. This way, over time, you actually become smarter and more knowledgeable.
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Authenticity Fear of judgment Foolishness Human behavior Introspection Perception Pride Self-awareness Social dynamics WisdomFEATURED QUOTES
