Recently, I’ve edited the definition of wisdom to just “metabolized experience,” but that didn’t feel complete. So, my new definition of wisdom is now this: “metabolized experience which leads to distilled compassion.” Wise people don’t just build upon their life stories for the sake of new experiences; they do so for the common good, which then allows the wise person to serve as a role model for compassion.
P.S. This Thursday at 11 am PT, I will be talking with Yale’s Dr. Becca Levy about her new book that launches today, “Breaking the Age Code.” You can register for this free online event HERE.
