The Sage Archetype: When Your Expertise Becomes a Wall Instead of a Welcome

In our culture of fast takes and louder megaphones, the Sage’s biggest risk isn’t irrelevance—it’s inaccessibility. If your wisdom isn’t relatable, it can feel like a test. And no one shows up to be tested unless they’re paying for a degree. Today’s audiences aren’t just looking for content; they are looking for a companion in the complexity. They want to learn—but they also want to feel seen in their not-knowing.