The Curse of Knowledge & Our Assumptions on the Mind

Chuang Tzu once prolifically stated, "Cherish that which is within you, and shut off that which is without; for much knowledge is a curse". Throughout our experiences and constant encounters with our thoughts, we have been proven time and time again that our understanding of the world seems to be a problem. 

Whilst knowledge is a pronounced contrivance that we are able to wield nicely, it also shapes our perception, generally twisting it to steer us towards immorality. Becoming irrational is their primary way to attain the copious knowledge that our world holds, for the negativity that surrounds us absorbs more than our joyful selves.

Possessing knowledge, be that of your wisdom and conceptual grasp of reality, your knowledge of any conceptual framework, or your boundless creative thoughts, brings about an untimely demise during our height of power. While facing our moment in the limelight, the repercussions of our comprehension begins to unveil themselves. 

Not only do we begin to doubt our grasp on the actualities of this world, but we lose sight of the mindset we were previously in before attaining a piece of information. As we grip upon our cognition, we lose touch of our emotions, for the subconscious mind starts to slowly unravel it and bring about disdain against it. 

As I've previously mentioned, the key to a Psychopath's Persistence lies within their lack of apprehension on boundaries or limitations. Whilst we're candidly dictates by the impositions of society, those who lack the emotional skills to remain bound to them are surely going to break free from the shackles. However, whilst it seems to them as gaining freedom, our perceptions tell differently, and depict the image of an intangible life. 

Our mindset, similar to socializing, revolves around others, and we lack the precision to discern the erudition of others. Intuition might be strong in some, but generally the Curse of Knowledge begins to settle in as a cognitive bias. It dictates that all that we know or understand is already understood or known by all those around us, even though that could possible be farther from the truth. 

Sometimes, I generally regard others around me as possessing an equal level of skill at apprehension, even though I've been indicated by many a times that that isn't the case, and many struggle to do the tasks I find simple. However, for many years, I myself struggled to understand my emotions and display empathy to an extent that others did. 

I have been able to ground myself and internally alter my perceptions for the better, but leaning more towards either side might bring about detriment. Possessing too much knowledge means that you begin to overthink your steps in life, countering everything you desire with the harsh face of reality. 

On the flip side, possessing little knowledge might allow you to engage socially with others to a greater extent, but will make your aspirations remain ahead at all times, for you'll chase after every opportunity you receive blindly. 

Our Cognition doesn't lie upon others, but is solely influenced by our own ability. Our mind simply enjoys the paradigm of shifting blame and placing our shortcomings on others' heads. Noticing our predicaments is the firs step to becoming one with yourself once again, but will not carry you the whole way. Active Struggle is necessary for us to overcome our impetuous biases. 

As all things are, our mind is perfectly balances, being as beneficial as it is destructive. Not only does it house our aspirations, it also holds the key to our receding motivation. Whilst it brings about great pleasure, it is also the sole entity responsible for the immense suffering that we embody at certain times. The cognitive biases that we possess are simply counteracting the various morals that we enact and live by.

The Curse of Knowledge and our inability to assess the mastery of others is simply one quality that is programmed with our adapting mind. However, similarly, our thoughts can change and alter for the better, and it is important to find the true Goldilocks' Zone-an area that lies between intense, irrational knowledge and sociological perfection.