Hope: Blessing or Curse?Hope is often seen as a virtue but may have negative consequences when dependent on doubt.
The Paradox of CertaintyOverconfidence fuels ignorance and misinformation.Doubt reflects wisdom and encourages growth.True expertise includes recognizing one's limits.Embracing uncertainty deepens understanding.
Lady Gaga responds to people who said she'd 'never be famous'Lady Gaga emphasizes resilience in the face of doubt, encouraging others not to give up despite skepticism.
I understand climate scientists' despair but stubborn optimism may be our only hope | Christiana FigueresClimate experts are expressing feelings of despair and hopelessness as predictions of a dystopian future where climate targets are surpassed become more imminent.