“To ask may be but a moment's shame, but not to ask and remain ignorant is a lifelong shame.”
What this quote means
This quote by Jigoro Kano highlights that the fear of judgment or shame should not prevent us from seeking knowledge. Asking a question may seem embarrassing in the moment, but that discomfort is fleeting compared to the ignorance that lasts a lifetime. It invites us to cultivate intellectual humility, to dare to ask in order to grow, and to see every question as an opportunity for learning rather than a weakness.
How to apply it daily
When you don't understand something, ask the question right away, even if you blush. Remind yourself that momentary shame is better than lasting ignorance.
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