just because they know more.
“People do not act wisely just because they know more. They act more wisely when life feels meaningful, and awe is what creates that feeling. “
They live wisely when they develop the feelings that make wisdom possible.
Awe is one of those feelings.
Awe is not just inspiration. It is a blend of sadness, fear, and wonder.
Sadness because you feel your limits.
Fear because reality demands responsibility.
Wonder because life is filled with depth and greatness.
When awe is felt, joy becomes deeper. Life stops feeling flat. Meaning grows. And a person becomes more willing to choose responsibility over impulse.
That is part of why people need spiritual development. Not just to know truth. But to feel life deeply enough to live wisely.
