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When people admit to being wrong or can laugh at themselves/give others grace for doing something stupid, instead of getting super defensive or nitpicky about it (which is not an easy thing for humans to do) I'm always left with a sense of admiration.
Like we always grow up hearing about how everybody is smart/talented in their own way. To an extent, I honestly believe that's true.
But I also believe the reverse is true. We're all very dumb in our own unique way. That's not to say there aren't general levels of intelligence and stupidity, or that anything is predetermined. Just that you would have to be pretty stupid to believe you're exceptionally talented or gifted in every possible way.
It's not easy to accept about ourselves, but most people seem to understand that, at least to some extent. There are some very special people that seem determined to dedicate their lives making sure there can be no doubt about their capabilities and skills, whether it's intellect in the traditional sense or anything else.
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