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> his knowledge went deeper than you could explore with mere discussion.

Another principle of mine: There are no oracles. There is no individual, past, present, or future, who cannot be surpassed. No one is a knowledge god. If I learned everything Justin knew, and that wouldn't be too difficult, I imagine, then I, too, could gain a level of knowledge that goes deeper than one could explore with mere discussion, according to you.



> I imagine, then I, too, could gain a level of knowledge that goes deeper than one could explore with mere discussion, according to you.

Yes, you could. Your point is?


My point is: Let's not put anyone on a pedestal because of their cerebral skills.

Great athletes, great artists, sure.


No one is doing that. I'm trying to explain to you that you might get more milage (learning more) by using a different approach and then giving you an example from my life. If that doesn't work for you that's fine. Have a great day and good luck.


Ok but... why?




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