“There is nothing worse than aggressive stupidity”
— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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When someone is not only wrong but also forceful about it, it creates big problems. Imagine a person who loudly insists the earth is flat despite all evidence showing it is round. Their loudness and insistence make it hard for others to correct them, leading to confusion and frustration. This stubborn attitude can harm others because it spreads false information and makes it difficult to have reasonable discussions. People need to stay open-minded and listen to different ideas to avoid such negative outcomes. To apply this to your own life, try to be confident but also willing to learn and change your views if proven wrong.
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