Is Intelligence a Barrier to Manual Labor?

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The discussion centers on the perception of intelligence as a barrier to manual labor. Participants express varying opinions on whether individuals consider themselves above certain types of work due to their intellectual capabilities. The conversation highlights the diversity of skills and preferences, suggesting that while some may excel in labor jobs, others thrive in academic or administrative roles. Ultimately, the consensus is that no one is inherently above any type of work, but suitability varies among individuals.

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[SOLVED] Are you too smart for laboring?

Good morning fellow posters.

A certain agitator, for privacy sake, let's call him Robin P.... No that's too obvious... uhh... Let's say R. Parsons, has stated that he believes himself to be above certain types of work. Also, I've noticed that many of you posted that you take full course loads during the summer months which leads me to believe that you are too busy for a summer job.

Out of curiousity, how many of you consider yourself to be above certain types of work? Do you feel that you are too smart for laboring? Do you believe that Ganesha the elephant god put you in a caste that is above laboring?

Please explain... and be honest. I promise I won't openly judge you.

eNtRopY
 
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Ha let's see how long this thread lasts,

I don't think anyone is above any type of work but i feel that some people are more suited too doing labour jobs and some people are better at being nerds and others are better at pushing paper around a desk.

i think maybe you should change the start of your post and not include that certain persons name.
 
Second warning...let's see how long you two last with this attitude.
 

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