We are all a product of our own past , and the psychology of who we are now, is the culmination of all that.
Ergo, that's the important part to look at. (dealing directly with the foundations, not the facade).

Yup, you can't fake courage, once the question is asked directly - You can 'pretend at being brave' if the questions are never asked . (that's very easy).

If you don't realize how much you still have to learn, you're really screwed.
My own stupidity amazes me sometimes! lol