Is ignorance bliss?

We,who choose to work towards knowing ourselves, our-selves, Have begun this journey of hardship and joy Trying to find a balance, as we were not content With how it has been playing out A common misconception I guess That once we change, and everything changes It will be easier, more fun All the time When we realize it has become harder, uncomfortable Most times We look at our result through filtered eyes Instead of seeing the outcome We see the pain and discomfort that got us there No wonder they believe unawareness is delightful It is like hitting your foot with a hammer Not acknowledging the throbbing toe Refusing to admit to the consequence Then marvel in our own futility Obviously when we decide to resolve this aching twinge We have to deal with our primary wound For we have been aimlessly healing the symptom And forgot the cause Is this ongoing irritation not evidence of our ignorance? If such is bliss May I rather be blessed with awareness