In the West, wisdom tends to be associated with “knowledge” or “experience”. In the East wisdom tends to be associated with “self-restraint”. “Self-restraint” is an important virtue. It is discretion and prudence. It is a discipline that can serve us well—especially those of us who tend to get ourselves in trouble with impulsive, brash words and actions. This post is, among other things, a reminder for myself.
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