How to Use Wisdom in Everyday Life [UPDATED]

Wisdom guards my thoughts, my words, and my ways.” — Psalms 39:1

We are so wrapped up in seeking to be better, skinnier, faster, and smarter that we miss the true value of self-development. You can read all the “self-help” and personal development books in the world and apply what you learn, but one of the keys to a successful and rewarding life that is often overlooked is wisdom.

But what is wisdom? Wisdom enables us to see the big picture clearly. In short, wisdom is…

• Relational
• Valuable
• Costly
• Continuous

How do you gain more wisdom and knowledge? And then, what do you do with it? How do you learn to trust your inner wisdom and apply it to everyday life? Here are some ways to do that…

18 Ways to Use Wisdom in Your Everyday Life

1. Trust Yourself

“Trust your gut”. We’ve all heard this before, and many even live by it. But what does this mean? And is this truly effective, or are we just succumbing to our own cognitive biases?

There is a difference between being biased and paying attention to and trusting your instincts. Learning the difference between the two can take a lot of…