Wise Food For Thought (18)

“The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool.” 

- William Shakepeare

There are three types of people in this world: the fools, the wise, and the transitioners. The above quote states that fools think they are wise. The prominent reason for thinking this is because they surround themselves with other fools they believe to be wise. Fools are satisfied with their position in life and cling onto their idea of “wisdom” even in death. It is strange to think of wise men as fools, but when considered, wise men know this because as they learn and explore this world and the knowledge it has to offer, they bring more responsibility upon themselves. Unlike fools, wise men are never satisfied in death because they know they have much to offer this world and that death will halt their progression in their opportunity to serve others. Wise men on their deathbeds need transitioners to carry the fire of wisdom to a foolish world. Wise transitioners are crucial to this ever-changing world; for it is they who pave the way for the undecided.

We live in a world with a growing number of fools and a dwindling number of wise men. The greatest mistake humanity could make is allowing for the extinction of the wise. Unfortunately, we see numerous individuals in the rising generation choose the path of fools by taking on less responsibility. Our world needs a renewed hope that transitioners will become wise.

I am a transitioner seeking wisdom. I know that by choosing to become wise, I will be a fool for taking upon myself more responsibility than self-serving fools. As more people take on less responsibility, wise transitioners, such as myself, with a fire for learning and wisdom must shoulder the burdens of a society that refuses to answer for its mistakes. I not only want to learn how to embrace more responsibility, but I feel a need to learn how to benefit those around me. Serving others is the most important lesson I have learned from my parents and from overcoming trials. I want to help transitioners of future generations choose the path of wisdom rather than the path of foolishness. I know that as a wise woman I will never be satisfied in the never-ending task of serving others. I know that I may die unsatisfied, but making a difference is what matters most. Each life I touch is a life that can reach out and help even more lives. Furthering my education will teach me how to use my knowledge and responsibility wisely, and those are just the beginning of a long list of reasons why I chose to attend Brigham Young University. I am surrounded by students everyday, fellow transitioners, and hopefully wise individuals of the future.

College is just one step on the path I am treading to help better my life and the lives of those around me. College is the beginning of a process that will take my whole life to complete: Service.