People Dont Like Me Because I Am Smart.

Trying to be stimulated, mentally, is something I can sympathize with. It's hard, and 99.9% of people aren't up for the task, nor fit for it. However, you, as smart as you are, shouldn't have a problem fitting in. It's not hard to adapt, and thus, not be hated. It's hard not to "be yourself" at times, and yes, it'd seem as if smart people are often hated. My theory, however, is that smart people aren't hated because they're smart, but because they think differently. People don't like different. Being what you'd call a "slow genius" doesn't help either. People are set in their train of thought, and make decisions hastily. Taking time to analyze every little detail to you, even to me, is important, and it can frustrate people because they don't see the logic in it. I'm sure some are jealous, but I believe the majority just don't ******* get it.

You expect more effort from them and you intimidate them. People ARE uneasy around you - they can sense your strength, but don't know how to combat it at first. They can't compete intellectually, so they do so with backstabbing, bullying, and put downs. Remember - you are smart but they are cunning.



I find this especially to be true in the work environment. I have an IQ around 153, and much of what you said I can relate to. I also have quit trying to please people. I do the bare minimum to keep my job and save my energy for the things that matter. To your true friends, this is enough. If it isn't they aren't your friends.

I know the feel, man. A few years ago, I did a test that said I've got an IQ of 168, and was classified as a "slow genius" as well.

I'm more inclined towards scientific things, though. It made it difficult in a crappy high school where everyone was too interested in crack or sex to do their work, therefore making me a target. My "friends" used me to help with their classwork, and abandoned me when we graduated.



Now, I mostly stay inside to avoid people who inevitably either hate me or use me...