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I Hate It When Someone Insults My Intelligence

It's All I Have

By: Mello
Written on December 9th, 2008

At times I feel intelligence is my only asset. When my intelligence is belittled or insulted my self worth deteriorates completely. In school I was always accused of not living up to my potential. I could always do better, try harder. I could have been valedictorian. I could have excelled. I knew it, even if other students didn't see me as competition I knew I could think circles around them.

I never felt I was pretty. I never had any particular skills or talents. I am not exactly athletic as I lack the proper coordination. I'm not particularly special in any way, except I'm intelligent. Any one who gets to know me realizes this, however the first impression that I give others is generally quite the opposite.

I am intelligent. I know I am. That is my only asset. Don't take that away from me.

By: Mello
Age: 22-25 , Female
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  • Mello
    Mello

    Okay. I won't attack you with cupcakes then. :)

    Dec 10, 2008
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  • flourlady111
    flourlady111

    k im glad you are intelligent. i wouldnt try to take it away from you---ok?

    Dec 10, 2008
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  • MizzBlue72
    MizzBlue72

    I agree. I love intelligent banter and conversation and I can see where you are coming from. I too downplay this a lot.

    Great story.

    Dec 10, 2008
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  • Mello
    Mello

    Exactly. Insults really have no place in the world. I can't see where they have any benefit whatsoever. I think being a woman is just a hit against us in the first place... that can be hard to overcome.



    Marji... You're welcome, but it's the truth!

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • Mello
    Mello

    Really??? I can't wait!!!



    I need a library card... But then I wonder how good the library is around here....

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • Mello
    Mello

    No, I'll have to add it to my list.

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • Mello
    Mello

    Marji!! You're not too dumb! You're my life experience guru. You know people and their thoughts and emotions well. Besides, you didn't need much coaching to get those pictures where you wanted them. :)



    We can still play cupcakes though!

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • Mello
    Mello

    Thank you!



    Cow belly bell, I'll take you up on that! Have you ever read Notes To Myself by Hugh Prather?



    I busted that out on a road trip once. Bad timing. :P

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • Mello
    Mello

    Haha. :) Myonis, you've given me a great gift this morning. Thank you!



    That is exceptional Bassy!



    That is one thing I enjoy with Blue as well. We both need to be in the right mood for it though. Sometimes I just feel like jumping into random philosophical questions and all he needs is a hug and an I love you. :P



    I'll work on my timing eventually.

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • bassplayer
    bassplayer

    I know I crave intellectual banter :)

    That is one of the greatest things I share with Sugar, she has incredible insight and often sees things in a way that I hadn't considered. That is pure gold.....we talk for hours.

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • Myonis108
    Myonis108

    Sorry, Mello. I don't buy this one, so I need to insult your intelligence. Intelligence is NOT your only asset! I've read plenty here to know there's deep emotion balanced by reason, an amazing sense of humor, and great insight (as expressed here to c0w.) Those who try to insult your intelligence will just run into a solid wall. Ouch! Man, that hurt!

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • Mello
    Mello

    Cow belly bell... you speak as if you have had firsthand experience.



    *hugs*



    Yes.. That does happen. Although sharing everything and anything doesn't quite fit... But I understand the rest.



    There are some things people just don't want to know about. Like the process your steak went through before it landed on your plate. Or the fear in the eyes of an animal as it's being led to the slaughter. :P



    Wait... How did I get onto animal rights?



    Perhaps opinions and ideas are best served with a pinch of salt and alongside the correct entree.

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • Mello
    Mello

    I think I do that unconsciously to be more approachable... Although Intelligent people draw me to them like a moth to a flame. That must be why we're friends!



    Perhaps I crave intellectual banter?

    Dec 9, 2008
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  • bassplayer
    bassplayer

    People are often intimidated by intelligence. I downplay my own for fear of pushing others away.

    Dec 9, 2008
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