It is impossible for a person to begin to learn what he thinks he already knows
- Epictetus
March 14th, 2021
Zeno would also say that nothing is more hostile to a firm grasp on knowledge than self-deception.
Delusions that you are smarter, wealthier, and more powerful than others. The egotistical traits hinder any ability to discover and develop.
It is impossible for a person to begin to learn what he thinks he already knows
- Epictetus
An inflated ego hinders the ability to recognize any lack of knowledge. We do not know what we think we know.
To grow and develop, we need to fight our egos. Meet our self-deception with contempt and hostility. Humbly accept we have much to learn.