Throughout time
history has been jam-packed with people and their huge egos whether it be the
ones doing the act or those recording it. It can be found in the youngest
children and oldest living egoism seems to be apart of the human culture. Even
when attempting to solve the most important questions for mankind and the
sanctity of their souls. Philosophers went from inquiring minds to headstrong
politic-like competitors determined to verify their views that they knew
without a doubt to be true. How are many of the philosophers of the day any
different from those once humbled by Socrates?
As products of our
environments one of the hardest things for one to do is to think from a point
of view that is in no way shape or form prejudiced to any idea or thought. Because
of this those few who have been able to even attempt such a feat have been
honored and respected for their wisdom and ability to understand the specifics
of situations. Because of this like most the greats of any aspect of life we
have begun to allow these great people to become egoistical and hollow in their
knowledge. Many have become so focused on explaining why they were correct they
seem to lack a point or purpose.
While reasoning
through such incredibly important thoughts do take a certain kind of courage it
should not to be turned into arrogance. Arrogance can often be felt through the
text and thus can be off-putting to readers and lose the opportunity to teach
them because of the overall tone of the information. I am not saying that we
should all be free of any kind of ego because that would be idealistic and
could be detrimental. By getting rid of all ego the cockiness it takes to go
somewhere no was has ever gone would not exist however there is an extent to
which everything should be taken. Like many things in life I believe there is a
certain balance needed in philosophy, ego, and life in general.
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