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A genius is someone with the will and ability to seek knowledge on a multitude of subjects.
Defining a True Genius: Qualities & Characteristics
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The discussion centers on defining "genius" and the limitations of IQ tests in measuring true genius. Participants express that genius is not merely about high IQ or rapid learning but involves creativity, intuition, and the ability to produce original ideas or solutions that others cannot. Many argue that traditional IQ tests fail to account for artistic and creative talents, as they primarily measure logical reasoning and problem-solving skills. The conversation highlights that geniuses often possess a combination of creativity and logic, which can lead to mental tension and anxiety. Examples like John Lennon and other successful individuals who struggled academically illustrate that high IQ does not guarantee significant contributions to society. The debate also touches on the importance of context, timing, and unique insights in achieving greatness, suggesting that genius is a complex interplay of various factors beyond just intellectual capability. Overall, the consensus leans toward a broader understanding of genius that includes emotional, creative, and contextual elements rather than relying solely on standardized testing.
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Exactly and to reach that goal he will Infest in Main-Part thinking first. Then he finds better ways to seek it. 
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Ejderha
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Iq !?
"What makes the genius ?"
What is it with this word, you love so much about it?
Genius is a renaissance term. And as pathetic as the period when it comes to the concepts of solving problems in contemporary sense.
It doesn't have a place in this age in any science. It shouldn't.
It is something like wishing there were/are heros. Which would simply be a great sign of a poor civilisation depends on leaders in such an archaic sense that cannot go by a sufficent progress.
There are so much threads about IQ or being a genius here.
It looks like most of the people like to toy with the idea of 'being superior' or at least feeling like it by talking about it.
When I -as an outsider- read generally these threads, it is hard not to think that most of the people posting here is feeling that themselves are among some superiors. I am not writing this to provoke anybody.
It is just, based on one culture. One sided.
"What makes the genius ?"
What is it with this word, you love so much about it?
Genius is a renaissance term. And as pathetic as the period when it comes to the concepts of solving problems in contemporary sense.
It doesn't have a place in this age in any science. It shouldn't.
It is something like wishing there were/are heros. Which would simply be a great sign of a poor civilisation depends on leaders in such an archaic sense that cannot go by a sufficent progress.
There are so much threads about IQ or being a genius here.
It looks like most of the people like to toy with the idea of 'being superior' or at least feeling like it by talking about it.
When I -as an outsider- read generally these threads, it is hard not to think that most of the people posting here is feeling that themselves are among some superiors. I am not writing this to provoke anybody.
It is just, based on one culture. One sided.
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misogynisticfeminist
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Only those which possesses insight are geniuses imo.
I don't think much of people who can do math or solve physics problems faster than anyone. I just find them having greater "intelligence".
I don't think much of people who can do math or solve physics problems faster than anyone. I just find them having greater "intelligence".
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I actually had a long discussion with a close friend on this exact subject, she believes that there is no such thing as genius.. that people can be smart but genius is just based on the fact that you don't know ennough about the subject, I brought up Einstein and Newton but she said she could see people comming up with that... apparently she started thinking about basics of calclus when she was little but didn't know what it was... she was trying to find the slope on a point on a circle with algerbra for a long time and found pleasure in the deritive this year in Calc BC.
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- Way doesn’t we need Heroes in our time?
- Honour as an no materialistic value is also in our time useful.
- We need Geniuses and the acceptance that there are differences.
- Einstein’s brain is physically different. (They have stolen and measured it a view years ago)
- Honour as an no materialistic value is also in our time useful.
- We need Geniuses and the acceptance that there are differences.
- Einstein’s brain is physically different. (They have stolen and measured it a view years ago)