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by mdp2021 1662 days ago
The subtle difference between wisdom and manipulation: "Repeat after me: you shall inquire and criticize all thoughts" vs "Repeat after me: you shall retract trust from all thoughts" - instil activity or instil passivity.

Edit: silent downvoting snipers confirm the stated idea (the nuance being productive vs depaupering).