As the smart kid progressively uses logic to try to "puff themselves up", they neglect their emotional side more and more.
How can we fix this?
1. Get rid of the 'smart kid' title.
2. Catch the smart kid ego in the act and suppress it.
3. Feel okay with taking time to learn new things, and feel okay with not always feeling like you're super smart and know everything.
4. Work on your emotions - Interact with people to feel less lonely (Start small by giving people hugs whenever you can.
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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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