A grocery store owner might see academic business education as worthless. But does that devalue business education itself? No. We can’t grasp the true value of a field without exploring its core. A thief values stealing, a philosopher values logic.
Our belief system shapes how we judge value. If you don’t seek something, you won’t understand it.
Searching for something, especially sincerely, makes it important. And often, the answer is found.
- Literary minds may not grasp logical reasoning.
- Philosophers may not feel the depths of raw emotion.
- Religious scholars may overlook experiential knowledge.
- Scientists may struggle with divine wisdom.
Understanding requires seeking—effort and sincerity. Before dismissing something as valueless, ask yourself: Do I truly understand its depth?
