It shows vulnerability. It admits we don’t know something. It takes courage to put our ego aside and learn.
It reveals assumptions. It challenges the status quo. It makes people think deeper about what they do and believe.
It’s generous because it helps others articulate their thoughts. When we ask ‘why’ we give them a chance to examine their own reasoning. Most importantly, it shows them that we’re also keen to be asked ‘why’.
It’s brave because it might expose our ignorance. But that moment of discomfort leads to understanding.
It creates space for discovery. For better solutions. For a meaningful change.
Not asking ‘why’ keeps us stuck. In assumptions. In inefficiency. In missed opportunities.
Let’s keep asking ‘why’—not only once but as many times as necessary to uncover the real meaning and purpose.
It makes us better. It makes others better. It makes everything better.