05/28/2025
When someone constantly says “I don’t know” or dodges questions that invite introspection, it can be a form of mental laziness—not because they’re unintelligent, but because they’re unwilling to do the internal work. Seeking self-awareness takes courage. It’s not always easy to look inward and be honest about what we feel, believe, or want—especially if that means confronting uncomfortable truths.
But when “I don’t know” becomes a default response, it’s often not about a lack of answers. It’s about avoiding the responsibility that comes with knowing. Because once we do know, then we might feel pressure to change, grow, or act. And that can be scary.
It’s one thing to genuinely be unsure, but it’s another to consistently resist the opportunity to reflect. That’s not a lack of clarity—it’s a choice to stay asleep. And that choice can stall personal growth not just for the individual, but it affects relationships too. Conversations stay surface-level, connection feels shallow, and authentic exchange becomes impossible.
True self-awareness doesn’t happen by accident. It’s a decision—daily, uncomfortable, powerful—and it begins with the willingness to ask: What am I feeling? Why did I react that way? What’s really going on inside me?
And sometimes, people aren’t lazy—they’re just scared. But even then, the work is still theirs to do.
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Love y'all,
- Lori🩷
