As a smart kid, it feels like you're sometimes stuck. You're not able to do things other kids can because they aren't burdened with being the smart kid. The other kids are allowed to practice, do poorly, and improve. But for a smart kid, that isn't an option. Effortless success, remember? As you get older, your raw intelligence can't take you much further. You'll start doing more difficult tasks that require more effort, and that's threatening to your identity.
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This video provides a deep dive into how being labeled the "smart kid" might actually make you lonely and hold you back from your full potential.
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