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EP320:  Helpful and unhelpful questions

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Seek Understanding, Not Control

The desire to ask 'why' often stems from a need for control and understanding. This quest for reasons or meanings indicates a tendency to sidestep the reality of situations in favor of understanding their origins to manipulate outcomes. While curiosity can drive the question, it is frequently intertwined with the intention of altering or influencing circumstances. This complex interplay of motives highlights the assumptions that accompany inquiries about 'why', emphasizing the importance of reflecting on the underlying desires behind such questions.

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