Want to look like a genius?
We live in a world of information overload, and it bombards us from all angles. Avoiding additional details and data is impossible unless you’re unplugged and living in a dark sealed cave on a remote island with no Wi-Fi. Now that would be a dull existence. I doubt anyone would willingly sign up for that type of punishment. The biggest issue with this onslaught of information these days is whether it’s true or false. You need to apply the read one page ahead of the class to stay on top.
George Bernard Shaw said, “Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance.” Mr. Shaw died in 1950, but I suspect if he were alive today, George would question much of the words touted as facts. We have tools we can use to check the realities of people’s words and actions. Some people may not do that, as it takes time. When false information is repeated to others, it can take on a life of its own. Therein lies the problem.
Individuals need accountability for their statements. The research and learning roads are the way to create a foundation of truth. Learning comes in many forms requiring our five senses, and each interoperates differently with the mind.
FIRSTHAND EXPERIENCES
When we see something occur, that becomes a firsthand experience. You’ve undoubtedly heard sayings like seeing is believing. Whatever we see is real…
