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Sisyphus
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Mk said:Sisyphus?You must have wireless now.
yea I've had it for a while now.
what makes you say that?
Is there a way to appear smarter?
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The discussion revolves around advice for someone seeking to appear more intellectual. Suggestions include reading significant literature, particularly works by Jean Paul Sartre, and engaging with knowledgeable individuals. There is a debate on whether one should focus on genuine learning or merely on appearances. Some participants emphasize the importance of being concise and tactful in conversations, while others argue that trying to appear smart can backfire. The idea of using sophisticated vocabulary and dressing well to create an impression of intelligence is also discussed, but many caution against faking knowledge, suggesting that true understanding and interest in subjects are more valuable. The conversation highlights the balance between self-presentation and authentic intellectual growth, with a consensus that genuine curiosity and learning are key to becoming smarter.
yea I've had it for a while now.
what makes you say that?
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fargoth
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Schrodinger's Dog said:
i liked your quote, but i think it was jay who said that sentence.
homer said: "yeah well, Scooby Doo can doo-doo but jimmy carter is smarter".
anyway, warren said it all i think.
but remeber - don't show off your smarts, it makes other people feel bad/angry.
talk only about things that the other person knows about, or have a good point.
if you'd start explaining S.R. to some girl in a bar the conversation would end pretty quickly.
but if you'd insert a funny and witty remark that anyone would understand it would be fine... and don't be too artificial when inserting a remark, it's better to say nothing then to talk out of context just to show you got something to say.
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Mickey
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Write a book on how to be smart. It doesn't matter whether you actually know how to be smart or not. If you wrote a book on it, people will think you know something about it. Thus, you'll appear smart.