Over the last few months listening to politicians in support of the UK leaving the EU, reminded me of the saying "a little knowledge is a dangerous thing," can mislead us into thinking that we're more of an expert than we are.
Exercising humility
It also means we become falsely overconfident about our expertise in a certain subject if we possess a small amount of knowledge. Being able to exercise humility, demonstrates that we have researched a topic extensively before proclaiming that we are an expert, on any given topic.
'Book versed'
The way the world seems to think is that people without a degree can't possibly know, because they're not book versed, but that's not true. We can be book versed, on the things we're interested in. But when we're given advice, perhaps we should all take responsibility and think about if what's being said makes common sense, rather than just take someone else's word.
If what you've been told doesn't make sense, then it's important to do your own research. I wouldn't advocate or think it wise for anyone to take advice, without thinking things through for themselves.
While most politicians think they know it all, I can list so many people who fall into this category, but they would all be the last to admit it.
I think it comes with having egos and a superiority complex. Neither of which are endearing qualities.
I believe a university education can be a wonderful experience but let's not forget, it doesn't give you a qualification in common sense or compassion.
Yes, society seems to have gone that way. You're right, our egos and having a superiority complex are very much part of the problem. They're not endearing qualities.
But your last paragraph sums up your response beautifully. University doesn't give you a qualification in common sense or compassion, or tolerance, patience and empathy.
I hate to say it but sadly those qualities seem to be lacking.