Imagine walking through life with blinders on, immune to the beauty and lessons around you—that's what it's like to apprehend nothing, to lack understanding.

It's a sad state to be in, akin to wandering in the dark. Yet, in our daily hustle, the allure of 'not knowing' can sometimes seem like blissful ignorance.

When we avoid tough truths—about our habits, relationships, work—we're choosing that dark path. Ask yourself: Are there areas in my life where I'm feigning ignorance? Is it really easier not to know, or am I just scared to face the light?

In many parts of our world, showing no shame or modesty can appear as strength. Think about social media braggarts, unapologetic moguls, or defiant public figures. But true power, according to stoic wisdom, lies in self-awareness and control—not in the absence of humility.

It's about embracing our faults and feeling the gentle sting of a mistake that guides us to do better.

So, is your sense of power coming from a lack of shame, or is it rooted in the strength of character that comes from self-reflection and growth?