#Overconfidence

Embracing Uncertainty: Wisdom Beyond Certainty and Comfort

Ultimately, the proverb invites us to walk a middle path. While certainty may feel reassuring, it risks calcifying thought and impeding growth. On the other hand, perpetual doubt can paralyze action. The wise person navigates between extremes, holding strong convictions but remaining open to revision—a posture exemplified by lifelong learners and adaptive leaders alike. In this dance between doubt and certainty lies the true art of living. [...]

There is Nothing More Equitably Distributed Than Reason: Everyone is Convinced That They Have Enough - René Descartes

René Descartes, a 17th-century French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist, is famous for his contributions to philosophical thought. His perspective on reason is influenced by the intellectual movements of the Enlightenment, which emphasized rationality and individual thought. [...]