"Progress is impossible without change; and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything." - George Bernard Shaw
I am very willing to admit I might be wrong.
It occurred to me long ago that chances are mighty slim that I am 100% correct in all my beliefs and opinions - my judgments about politics, theology, entertainment, as well as the character of friends, coworkers, and enemies.
Now, believe me, it sure FEELS like I am right about absolutely everything I believe, but everyone else feels the exact same way, even people who hold beliefs that are diametrically opposed to my own.
What if I have a friend who is an avowed atheist? I, obviously, believe in a God who rules over the universe.
One of us feels incredibly, confidently right but is absolutely wrong.
So I know that just because I FEEL right does not necessarily mean I AM right.
So, realistically am I likely to be even 95% correct in all my beliefs?
90%?
75%?
At the very least, a little humility seems to be in order whenever I go asserting my strongly held opinions.
And, maybe if I listen closely, I might learn something that will change my mind ... for the better.
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