I agree. To be awake is to examine our own beliefs with detachment. This helps us develop wisdom. Being anchored to beliefs causes us to get lazy in our thinking and protective of ideologies that may (or not) be real.

my beliefs are constantly in flux as I get new information, and as I ponder my own mind

That's how I go about in the world too. :D

I've met people who are rigid or stubborn in their position. Yeah, they've managed to learn a few tricks or memorise 'facts' which they're able to recycle, but that isn't impressive. Their ego gets in the way of truth and they often end up looking stupid (yay).

When anyone refers to themselves as woke AF, that usually translates as 'herd speak' to me.

Thanks. I really enjoyed reading this (because it confirms what I already think aaarrrrgggh... oh noooo... confirmation bias... heeeellllp!).