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Interesting reference "quite bright" I wonder why intelligence needs to come into it at all.? I sometimes lack confidence in sharing my own thoughts because I worry about how I express myself and whether I'm being judged by people I see as more intelligent or articulate. But that doesn't mean I don't have something valuable to say. I wonder if this could link into why lots of people may view a post but maybe like me struggle with the confidence to respond.

I agree.

In online discussions it seems often implicit some of:

• Intelligence somewhat linked to economic value (not human value);
• Some people feel lonely and are intelligent search for those alike;
• We metaphorically conceptualise "intellect is up/valuable", "mundane is down/boring/not valuable";

Sadly, the history of intelligence studies is closely linked to eugenics (and certainly didn't favour us), and to people aiming for a master race (which are all over the media now).

I've usually been classed as dumb or smart, and always wondered why is this classification needed above other aspects. My most precious part, if any, is to aim to be compassionate, intelligence if I have any, should be serving compassion and curiosity. (I do accept that humanity is diverse, and others will have different values, but I'd hope the values of compassion and inclusion are cherished here above all, and they are).

emanningis said:

My most precious part, if any, is to aim to be compassionate

Absolutely! Well said. 

emanningis said:

My most precious part, if any, is to aim to be compassionate

Absolutely! Well said.