I ate a humble pie for breakfast!

After attending a networking event on a warm Thursday evening, I decided to indulge in a bit of shopping. I walked into a bustling store filled with luxury beauty brands, the air thick with the scent of perfumes. As I slowly moved between the counters, testing fragrances and sampling makeup, I eventually arrived at my favorite makeup brand's section.

A stylish, elegant woman, who I guessed was at least 20 years my senior, approached me with a warm smile. She offered her assistance, and I gratefully accepted. I pointed out a foundation I had my eye on but admitted that I wasn't sure which shade would suit me best. She gave me a quick look, then confidently selected two shades from the drawer. After another brief glance at me, she confidently chose one.

I hesitated. Doubt crept in, and an inner voice whispered that I should have gone for a darker shade. Despite this, I didn't want to argue, especially with someone who seemed so experienced. So, I thanked her, purchased the foundation, and left the store. That night, I went to bed frustrated, silently giving off to myself for not speaking up. "How could she know better than me what color I need?" I muttered to myself before drifting off to sleep.

The next morning, as I prepared for an important meeting, I decided to give the foundation a try, still feeling the sting of doubt from the night before. With a mixture of skepticism and determination, I applied it to my entire face, ready to prove some undefined point. Well ladies and gents....I ate that humble pie for breakfast! To my surprise, the foundation was a perfect match. As I stared at my reflection, I realized the lesson I had learned: sometimes, it’s important to trust the expertise of others, even when your instincts tell you otherwise. That moment was a humbling reminder that I don’t always know best.

This experience taught me the importance of humility and the value of trusting the expertise of others, especially when it comes from a place of experience and knowledge. It's easy to let our own biases and insecurities cloud our judgment, but sometimes, stepping back and trusting those who have dedicated years to their craft can lead to unexpectedly positive outcomes.

"The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don't know." - Albert Einstein -

Research in the field of cognitive psychology suggests that our biases can often lead us to make less accurate decisions, particularly in situations where we are not experts. A study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology found that individuals often overestimate their own knowledge and expertise, a phenomenon known as the Dunning-Kruger effect. This can cause us to ignore or undervalue the input of true experts, leading to suboptimal decisions.

As the renowned physicist Albert Einstein once said, "The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don't know." This quote beautifully illustrates the need for humility in our interactions with others, especially those who possess knowledge and expertise beyond our own.

Much Love,

Adriana

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