41. The Power of “I Don’t Know”

In Episode 41 of The Reset, Shaun explores a simple phrase that has completely shifted the way he approaches life:

“I don’t know.”

For many people, those three words feel uncomfortable.

They can bring up feelings of inadequacy, uncertainty, or even failure.

Because in the world most of us were raised in—especially through school and societal expectations—not knowing often meant you weren’t good enough.

But what if that belief is actually the thing holding you back?

Shaun reflects on a time in his life where he felt stuck:

Not knowing what to do in his business
Not knowing what direction to take
Not knowing if he was even on the right path

And instead of finding clarity, the more he tried to force answers…

The more stuck he became.

This episode introduces a different perspective—one rooted in Eastern philosophy and self-awareness:

Not knowing isn’t weakness.
It’s openness.

It’s not about ignoring problems or avoiding reality.

It’s about being honest enough to say:

“I don’t know… but I’m willing to find out.”

And that shift creates something powerful:

Curiosity.
Space.
Freedom from pressure.

When you’re no longer forcing yourself to have all the answers, something interesting happens:

The questions begin to dissolve.
The pressure lifts.
And clarity starts to emerge naturally.

Shaun highlights how many people stay stuck because they believe they must figure everything out right now.

But life doesn’t always work like a formula.

It’s not a math equation to solve.

Sometimes, the more you try to control the outcome, the further away you get from the answer.

This is especially true in moments of transition:

Career changes
Business uncertainty
Personal growth
Identity shifts

Trying to force clarity often leads to frustration.

But allowing space—allowing yourself to not know—can actually be the doorway to discovering what’s next.

Shaun also shares a powerful insight:

The answer you’re searching for may already be trying to find you.

But if your mind is too busy demanding certainty, you won’t be able to hear it.

This episode is an invitation to loosen your grip.

To stop trying to control every outcome.

And to trust that not knowing doesn’t mean you’re lost—

It means you’re open.

If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be stuck trying to figure everything out—when maybe the real answer is learning to let go.