In the seventh episode of the Builders of the Mystic Circle, Mark A. Short explores the concept of engagement with ignorance and the power of choosing not to engage. He makes a distinction between a lack of knowledge and willful ignorance, warning listeners about the futility of engaging with the latter. Mark discusses the importance of non-engagement, discernment, empathy, and the power of silence during interactions with ignorance to conserve energy and maintain dignity. He also highlights the role of community in our spiritual journey and the need to support each other. The episode serves as a reminder to respect our values, seek wisdom, and avoid wrestling with the metaphorical pig of willful ignorance, maintaining the pursuit of enlightenment throughout. A recommended book related to this episode is "The Art of Possibility" by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander. You can find it at the following links: https://amzn.to/46Q4G2k (Audiobook) https://amzn.to/46PwRyL (Kindle) https://amzn.to/3yDR65M (Hardcover) https://amzn.to/3ytrmck (Paperback)