What Words Lead to Wisdom?

I’ve been reading a series from an author whose main character is the lead detective of a homicide division. When he was hired, he thought his supervisor would give him all kinds of “do this, don’t do that” type of advice, but instead, he was given some words that he was advised would lead to wisdom. The supervisor told the man it was up to him if he wanted to use them.

The supervisor’s words of wisdom were:  “I don’t know, I need help, I was wrong, and I’m sorry.”

How many times have you realized it was not easy to admit you didn’t know about something, that you needed help, that you were wrong — and even harder — to say you were sorry?

Humility helps you be kind to others and improves how you see yourself and the world. It can lead to more happiness and better relationships with others. Remembering you won’t always be the best helps you accept failure and celebrate others.

Humility is the ability to accurately view your talents and flaws without being arrogant. Humility is not always acknowledged as a relevant trait to possess but is, in fact, a remarkable character strength. 

 I do believe these simple words can and will lead to wisdom — both in our professional and personal lives, in the choices we make, and the way we look at and react to things.