Abstract
The author in this article identifies two liberating discoveries that foster human flourishing: the potential of new knowledge and the importance of living gratitude. These two liberating discoveries are explored from the humanbecoming perspective and cite important inquiries that expand understanding of the phenomena of new knowledge and feeling grateful.
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