The world is almost always grey, is it not? Events are relative, opinions are relative, and Einstein says even the most basic "facts" are relative. So, is there any use of having strong absolute opinions?
I think the purpose is to trick our brain. Absolutes lead to conviction. And conviction, I feel has led to greatness. A lot of people who dramatically changed the world were completely convinced of their ideals and approach and this gave them the push to change the world. If they had doubts, they suppressed them. Or convinced themselves that the doubts were unwarranted.
To break boundaries, you need focus. Grey leads to discussion, compromises and balance. Perhaps not greatness. We need some black and white to push boundaries.
I think the purpose is to trick our brain. Absolutes lead to conviction. And conviction, I feel has led to greatness. A lot of people who dramatically changed the world were completely convinced of their ideals and approach and this gave them the push to change the world. If they had doubts, they suppressed them. Or convinced themselves that the doubts were unwarranted.
To break boundaries, you need focus. Grey leads to discussion, compromises and balance. Perhaps not greatness. We need some black and white to push boundaries.
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