Admission of ignorance is often the first step in our education

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When we admit our ignorance, we begin the process of learning. Statements such as “I don’t know” or “I’m not sure” indicate that we have a gap in our knowledge. When we admit our ignorance, we also begin to learn how to fill that gap.

Source: The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons In Personal Change

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