How to Be Wise

It's very uncommon to see people applying common sense.

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They're just reliable, experienced, calm, and good people who live normal lives.

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Some people assume that thinking from first principles means you don't make assumptions.

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Wise people do something that challenges their minds every day.

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The smartest people in the world don't necessarily make fewer mistakes.

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There's one overarching theme to all the things I've learned from wise people: They make sure they get something positive and useful out of every interaction.

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