The one who asks questions doesn’t lose his way. – Akan Proverb
Because we don’t want to seem stupid, uniformed or feel belittled, we don’t like to ask questions. For some reason, we think we are supposed to know everything. When we don’t, we don’t let anyone know. Questions are not a sign of ignorance. They are an indication that you are broadening your scope, sharpening your skills, improving your capabilities. Inquiries indicate humility, the willingness to serve, share and support. Questions keep you on track, define and broaden your boundaries and remove limitations. Questions put you in touch and keep you in touch. Questions create and build resources, both natural and human, which can be very useful when there is no one around to answer your questions. Your ego, the nasty little voice that is overconcerned with what other people think, will let you not to ask questions. Tell ego to shut up and then ask what you need to know.
Excerpt from Acts of Faith: Daily Meditations for People of Color by Iyanla Vanzant
