The Freedom in Saying “I Don’t Know”

I used to tie my identity to being right.

At work, in relationships, in conversations,being right felt like safety. Like proof that I belonged in the room.

But the more I’ve grown, the more I’verealized how much freedom there is in saying things like:

“I don’t know.”
“I need to think about that.”
“Let me get back to you.”

There’s so much pressure to have an answer instantly, but rushing to be right shuts down learning.

Curiosity keeps the door open

Now I choose learning over performing, reflection over reaction, and clarity over ego.

Letting go of “right” has made me a better thinker, a better collaborator, and honestly, a better human.