"I know that I know nothing" - Socrates “The wise man is one who, knows, what he does not know.” ― Lao Tzu This is not to say "give up". But it is saying that

"I know that I know nothing" - Socrates “The wise man is one who, knows, what he does not know.” ― Lao Tzu This is not to say "give up". But it is saying that you need to "give up" the idea and you will find peace.