The assumer believes they must have the right answer; the inquisitor is in pursuit of the right answer.
The assumer is afraid of looking less intelligent by asking questions; the inquisitor isn't.
The assumer leaves themselves open by jumping to a conclusion that really isn't true; when the truth comes out, the assumer appears to be (and is, in fact, unreliable).
The inquisitor plays a safer and truer game. They prefer to check with one or two or even three sources until they find the answer that is closer to the truth.
People who ask questions are far more likely to arrive at the truth than those who jump to conclusions.
Those who ask questions are ultimately more likely to be trusted than those who want everyone to believe that they know everything: the latter isn't reality.
Questions challenge us. They lead us to further questions and perhaps a new reality. They allow us to explore and be better. They do not detract, but instead, enrich.
Questions educate us.
They make us smart.
Know-it-alls. . .don't. The curious find out more.
Be an inquisitor.
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