The Power of Being an Idiot in a Hyperconnected Society

The pejorative use of the word "idiot" is a recent phenomenon in human history./nIn ancient Greece, calling someone an "idiot" simply meant they were not involved in public affairs, not that they were stupid./nBeing called an "idiot" in today's society implies being seen as dumb by conventional wisdom./nIn a society obsessed with achievement and shallow information, being an "idiot" means slowing down and contemplating deeply./nBeing an "idiot" means being comfortable with uncertainty and boredom, contrary to constant optimization and entertainment./nBeing an "idiot" acknowledges and accepts one's mental limitations.