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Qualities of wisdom

Qualities related to wisdom

Wisdom

Wisdom is the ability to apply relevant knowledge in an insightful way, especially to different situations from those in which the knowledge was gained. The ability to make a decision and to act based on the combination of knowledge, experience, understanding, common sense and intuition. Having the power of discerning and judging properly as to what is true or right coupled with just judgment as to action. It is associated with attributes such as unbiased judgment, non-attachment, experiential self-knowledge, taking into account the large picture and different points of view, as well as compassion and benevolence. (Opposite: thoughtlessness, stupidity)

Humility

Humility means being humble, having a realistic and not exaggerated estimate of one’s own knowledge and importance. Admitting when one does not know something rather than pretending to know. Also not trying to impress others. It does not mean low self-regard, a sense of unworthiness, or self humiliation. It is different from modesty which often means having an opinion of oneself which is lower than realistic. (Opposite: arrogance, pretentiousness, boastfulness, vanity, narcissism) More…

Curiosity

Curiosity is an eagerness and desire to learn or know about something, to acquire knowledge, to discover and understand how things work, by asking questions, investigating, or exploring. Also being open-minded. (Opposite: indifference, boredom)

Studiousness

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Creativity

Creativity is the ability to use imagination to produce a novel idea or useful object. It also includes originality, the ability to transcend traditional ideas and to create meaningful new ideas or interpretations. Approaches to problem solving which are imaginative, unconventional, or from a new perspective – “thinking outside the box”. (Opposite: unimaginative)

Growth mindset

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