Admitting Ignorance and Finding Bliss

Just like with the builders of the tower of Babel, I don't know
what I'm doing sometimes. 

Today’s class was probably one of the most enjoyable ones for me so far, and that was without watching any videos! I’m not 100% sure why, but today’s discussion really connected to me. Not only was the discourse on art and why the Church needs it enlightening, but I really had a “light bulb” moment in class. I have to thank my friend and fellow classmate Josh Berg for this moment.

            When Professor Leeper brought up Josh’s comment, “What a joy it is to grow up and not have to know everything” that spoke volumes to me! I realized that for the entire time that I have been here at HU, I’ve been trying to play it like I know what I’m doing. Whether its religion, filmmaking, developing friendships, laundry, or life in general, I’ve tried to fool people into thinking I’m on top of everything.

            

The truth is that I’m not on top of everything. In fact, in many areas, I am incredibly ignorant and naïve! That feels really good to get off the chest…

            

After I had this epiphany, class just seemed to brighten for me, and I enjoyed it so much more. Rather than constantly trying filter information in Leeper’s class to make sure it help up to my beliefs, I started listening with an open mind. I feel so much better because of it, and I’m looking forward to experiencing the rest of the year in this way.