#Independent Judgment

A Wise Man Makes His Own Decisions; An Ignorant Man Follows Public Opinion — Chinese Proverb

Being described as 'ignorant' in this context means lacking the knowledge or confidence to form independent judgments. [...]

Wise Independence vs. Following the Crowd – Chinese Proverb

This proverb reflects the traditional value placed on independence and individual judgment in Chinese philosophy. [...]

A Wise Man Makes His Own Decisions; An Ignorant Man Follows Public Opinion – Chinese Proverb

Warns against the risks of mindlessly following trends, which can lead to poor decisions and lack of personal growth. [...]