Previously I did not understand why I got no answer to my question; today I do not understand how I could believe I was capable of asking. But I didn't really believe, I only asked.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker realized they never truly believed their question was valid.
- In plain terms
- I only asked questions but did not believe I could ask.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize when you ask out of habit not belief.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you ask questions sincerely?
- When do you doubt yourself?
Another view
Asking can be valuable even without belief.
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