Its clear that if one is naive one seems to not have any problems or feelings of sadness; no matter what one does not know enough to not be happy--even if things would be the same if one was aware. One just sees the world the way it is and not see all the negative aspects of humanity--and therefore, always content and not knowing anymore.
Btw I was pretty innocent til the age of 17 1/2, maybe too innocent even. I remember when I was in middle school, and friends would invite me places, and I'd never go. It was only the last dance that I decided to go. Even through the first three years of high school, I didn't change much; I was still not very expressive nor open--but people were nice to me for I was a sweet soul. The thing was that I was never bothered by my lack of engagement with friends, I just was, until one day when an experience opened my eyes when I was 17 1/2 and I saw what I've missed if I had continued to be innocent and naive. I think I was slower than most people really. I guess that it was a good thing…my revelation. I found a willingness in myself to be more open and expressive, and I succeeded. With that my eyes were also opened to many other things, and I found myself knowing things beyond most 17 years old or even young adults who are in college. I had achieved a sense of total awareness and a desire to search for answers. I dunno, but I wondered whether that is truly a good thing. What do you think?
Life is funny I guessed : ]
2007-08-20 11:10:03 · 7 answers · asked by Tiffany 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
it depends what level of innocence you are talking about...ignorance is bliss, because then you are blind to the harsh realities of the world...but in some ways, you should not be completely innocent...like you, i did not go to any of my middle school dances until the last one...and i realized i was missing out...now i go to all the dances and have fun. it is also important to be aware...because if you are totally "innocent", and something like a death comes upon you...it will hit you hard, and you won't know how to deal with it...but, however, if by innocent you mean without drugs, alcohol, or sex...than you are better off being innocent. i can proudly say that in that sense, i am innocent. this world is troubling enough without anyone using that "fun", which will eventually make their lives miserable.
2007-08-20 15:29:36 · answer #1 · answered by Jamie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
All those things you wrote up there are too much for someone as lazy as me to read, so I'll just answer the question. No it's not a good thing because then most likely bad things will happen to innocent and naive people. They get abused in many ways.
2007-08-20 12:19:44 · answer #2 · answered by NeeNa N 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's like all things in life - we can be blissfully unaware of them until you see the light. Then the way you view the world is changed forever - and really you are changed forever by it. As humans we are constantly changing as a result of our experiences. The only way to stay naive is to live in a sheltered world and not to see or learn different things. You sound like a very intelligent person and I hope this new thirst for answers will lead you along many interesting paths throughout your life.
2007-08-20 11:22:38 · answer #3 · answered by aja5505 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Innocent and naive people are seen by criminals as one thing:
"victims"
Innocent and naive girls are seen by guys as "bait"
Innocent and naive people can be easily taken advantage of.
You live in a world where danger is one blink-of-an-eye away. The more you are aware of, the less of a target you will become.
2007-08-20 11:22:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
while on the one hand we may see it as innocent and naive, on the other hand you may of had a deepness which you have not yet recognized
what you went threw could just be the maturing of a fairly mature soul to begin with
i also stayed withdrawn, not as outgoing, during youth, but yet my thoughts were many, i just had to find out where i fit into society, and develop the maturity to express myself
2007-08-20 11:50:49 · answer #5 · answered by dlin333 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well im not 100% clear on what your question is but to answer your title question i would say that it isn't important to be naive for as long as you can.......and for your experience....i think it was just your process in your life.... i mean everyone has different experiences....but they are all determined by the choices you make.....i mean u chose to not go out then one day u decided...heck why not....and it was a step up for u.....so i think it was just wen you were ready to let go .... i think for being a teenager...theres a borderline for "innocent and niave"....i mean some things teenagers dont even need to be exposed to like sex, drugs and all that jazz...... so if by seying ur steying innocent and niave by choosing to stay away from all those things...then it probably is important.....but if u mean to have no social life...then it isnt important.... in highschool everyones trying to meet everyone and be friends wtih everyone....so eventually you are going to go out and have fun...its the best part....but u dont need to do stupid things to have fun....i guess thats my view on it if u get it..
2007-08-20 11:21:42 · answer #6 · answered by hiphopanonyms 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sadness is the result of choosing sad thoughts. Choose other thoughts. Or, choose to do other things and the sadness evaporates. I don't advocate for ignorance as a means to deal with how we select our thoughts.
2007-08-20 13:53:19 · answer #7 · answered by guru 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋