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" Just so, it is all too easy to be an intellectual – a mere pseudo-philosopher – when your unpressure-tested thoughts don’t lead to broken bones or being ousted as a complete fool in the real world."

This needs to be shouted from the rooftops!

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I'm with you completely.

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Exactly! This needs to be preached more. Reading one useful book and applying it to real life is better than reading ten books to boast about but never implementing it in your life. Completely agree, don't read yourself stupid.

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The truth. It's like how the ancients would know Homer inside and out, and were far better off for it than many today who have read thousands of books.

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Have you read, "Blood Meridian", Sam?

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Unfortunately no, I've only read the "Road".

Do you recommend?

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Yes. Many themes you explore are given cruel life, including the pursuit of knowledge. But I warn you, it is bleak. Put on the armor of God.

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In that case, I will swan dive right in. It's going on the list. Thank you.

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Yes- Wisdom, not knowledge for its own sake. And the balance you mention- the ability to flourish physically, mentally, and spiritually.

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100% and what a fight it is to find that balance.

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