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Pyramid. A good question - my attempt in answering it. Γνῶθι σεαυτόν. Knowing-yourself-01.jpg (JPEG Image, 800 × 600 pixels) Good vibrations, meditations, and so called hallucinations. What Are the Differences Between Knowledge, Wisdom, and Insight? Knowledge, Wisdom, and Insight may sound like synonyms, but they are not.

What Are the Differences Between Knowledge, Wisdom, and Insight?

Though they all refer to the mind and an accumulation of thoughts and experiences, they have some very real differences in the essence of their meanings and their applications in our life. Knowledge is the accumulation of facts and data that you have learned about or experienced. It’s being aware of something, and having information. Knowledge is really about facts and ideas that we acquire through study, research, investigation, observation, or experience. Wisdom is the ability to discern and judge which aspects of that knowledge are true, right, lasting, and applicable to your life.

Insight is the deepest level of knowing and the most meaningful to your life. 10 Life Lessons People Should Learn Before They Turn 30. There are so many lessons I wish I had learned while I was young enough to appreciate and apply them.

10 Life Lessons People Should Learn Before They Turn 30

The thing with wisdom, and often with life lessons in general, is that they’re learned in retrospect, long after we needed them. The good news is that other people can benefit from our experiences and the lessons we’ve learned. 1. Money will NEVER solve your real problems. 20 Life Lessons A Wise Man Would Share. The Art of Wisdom : Words of Wisdom, Inspirational Quotes and Art Posters.

Wisdom & Quotes by Confucius » Wisdom of the Ancient Sages « Articles & Wisdom. Confucius 551-479 BC Chinese Philosopher Famous Quotes "When we see men of worth, we should think of equaling them; when we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves.

Wisdom & Quotes by Confucius » Wisdom of the Ancient Sages « Articles & Wisdom

" "Things that are done, it is needless to speak about... things that are past, it is needless to blame. " "The superior man...does not set his mind either for anything, or against anything; what is right he will follow. " "Have no friends not equal to yourself. " "What the superior man seeks is in himself; what the small man seeks is in others. " "Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in getting up every time we do. " "Forget injuries, never forget kindnesses. " "Men's natures are alike, it is their habits that carry them far apart. " "It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop.

" "Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves. " "Ignorance is the night of the mind, but a night without moon and star. " "Be not ashamed of mistakes and thus make them crimes. " Back to Top. Quotes. Wisdom. Wisdom , Thought processes. Wisdom Engine. Wissen                        =                  knowledge. Wisdom: The Greatest Gift One Generation Can Give To Another: Andrew Zuckerman: 9780810983595: Amazon.com. Reel Wisdom- Lessons from 40 Films in 7 Minutes. Intelligence vs. Wisdom: 11 Insights for a Happier Life - Tales of Ordinary Magic. EmailShare EmailShare Ever since I was a little girl, the value of intelligence and a good education was instilled in me.

Intelligence vs. Wisdom: 11 Insights for a Happier Life - Tales of Ordinary Magic

My paternal grandfather immigrated from Portugal with nothing more than an 8th grade education and through intelligence and a strong work ethic created enough prosperity to pay for all of his grandchildren’s formal education. My grandmother on my mother’s side earned a Master’s degree in English Literature from Northwestern in the 1920s, before embarking on a 50-year teaching career. I love hearing stories about people empowering themselves for a better life. And while intelligence and education are undoubtedly valuable assets for a happy reality, I’ve come to understand there is more to the story. I first became aware of this in my own life. With erroneous information about how the world worked, I felt fearful, competitive, blame-filled, and possibly most alarming, serious.

The following are a few of the insights I’ve gained and continue to put into practice: 1. 2. 3. Words-of-wisdom-25.jpg (JPEG Image, 500 × 513 pixels)