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True intelligence comes from understanding the limits of thought from "summary" of The Awakening of Intelligence by J. KRISHNAMURTI
When we talk about intelligence, we usually think of it as the capacity to think clearly, to reason logically, or to solve complex problems. However, is this really what true intelligence is all about? Is it simply a matter of being able to analyze, evaluate, and come up with solutions? Or is there something more to it?In my view, true intelligence goes beyond mere intellectual abilities. It is not just about how much information we can gather or how well we can process it. True intelligence lies in our ability to understand the limitations of our own thoughts. It is about recognizing that our thinking is always conditioned by our past experiences, beliefs, and biases. When we are aware of the fact that our thinking is inherently limited, we become open to new possibilities and perspectives. We no longer clin...
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