Cleverness Quote by Emmanuel Aghado
““Sometimes one 'needs' to use cleverness and kick wisdom aside.It's not everything that needs the application of wisdom, cleverness has a role to play. Andby the fact that one knows when to use cleverness and kick wisdomaside, is another wisdom of its own.””
About This Quote
Strategic use of cleverness and wisdom is situational; recognizing when to apply each is itself a form of wisdom.
In simple terms: Know when to be smart versus when to be wise.
Key Takeaway
Balance cleverness with wisdom.
Themes
decision making
intelligence
practical wisdom
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- solving a technical problem
- negotiating a contract
- teaching a concept
Key Concepts
cognitive flexibility
metacognition
Practical Applications
- pause to assess context before acting
- switch mental mode deliberately
Questions to Reflect On
- What cues tell you to favor cleverness over wisdom?
- Can over‑reliance on cleverness hinder learning?
![“This life is ironic: for it takes pain to discover pleasure; it takes sadness to know happiness; it takes war to value peace; and it takes hatred to treasure love. [Culled from: "Amara & The Strange Elderly Woman"]” quote by Emmanuel Aghado](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/414/emmanuel-aghado-36168_happiness_this-life-is-ironic-for-it-takes-pain-to_1362836.jpg)
