Negative Capability

Negative Capability is a concept introduced by poet John Keats, referring to the ability to embrace uncertainty, ambiguity, and doubt without rushing for definitive answers. It involves remaining comfortable with not knowing or understanding everything immediately, allowing one to be more open-minded, creative, and receptive to complex experiences. Instead of needing certainty, a person with negative capability can hold contradictions and unresolved feelings, fostering deeper insight and appreciation for life's mysteries. It’s about embracing ambiguity as an essential part of personal growth and understanding, rather than perceiving it as a problem to be solved.