Don't Search for the Answer — Search for the Right Question
The journey of self-discovery begins not with answers, but with the courage to ask deeper questions.
“Instead of searching for the answer, seek the right question.”
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While watching The Matrix, I wrote down a series of thoughts and quotes that explore the nature of choice, identity, and human consciousness. These insights reflect the idea that the real journey is not about finding answers — but about learning to ask the right questions.
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