I resonated with the original post and as I read further down, it seemed that the meaning of a spiritual insight was getting lost in 'practical application'...I wasn't trying to accuse anyone of anything or even generalize attitudes, but I can also see how it came across as such.
In the practical arena ~ I have been guilty on both sides of the ball. Claiming ignorance (I don't know) to avoid doing something as well as claiming knowledge/expertise (I can do that!) to be accepted/gain favor, money, position....