Advice is what we ask for when we already know the answer but wish we didn't.

Summary

This quote suggests that we often seek advice not because we are genuinely unaware of the answer, but rather because we hope someone else's perspective might alter our desired outcome. Essentially, deep down, we already know what decision we want to make or what action we want to take, but we turn to others in a subtle attempt to validate our desires or seek justification for our actions. It implies that sometimes, seeking advice is more about seeking reassurance than actually seeking guidance.

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