Introduction: Clarity and Certainty, though synonyms, are not exactly the same. While understanding phenomena, and especially during the practice of medicine, both clarity and certainty play crucial roles. Though clarity and certainty are intertwined, there is a subtle difference between the two and in the way they impact the course of events. Origin of Clarity and Certainty: Clarity implies something that is clear, while certainty implies something that is backed by evidence.
Though clarity and certainty are felt by the human being, both these perceptions have different origins. Clarity is felt deep within one’s being or consciousness, arises from being connected with the ‘pure consciousness’ of one’s ‘inner self’ and can be cultivated through meditation (Sharma, 2015). Certainty is felt based on facts and is perceived by the mind. Clarity is subjectively felt, revealing and…
