Bright children always want to take over so others will think they're smart. Bright children love to set up situations which make them look good at others' expense. Bright children constantly flit from one subject or idea to another, and they don't seem to concentrate long enough on one thing to grasp it. A child adopts most behaviors and traits to adapt and survive in a confusing, constantly changing and sometimes hostile world. Gifted children may try to provide emotional safety by staying away from uncomfortable situations and persons, thus giving the impression of being aloof or withdrawn, even at home.
Superior intelligence is a very special gift.
Spend time with people who empower you, make you feel better when you are with them, and leave you with a good feeling about yourself. Understand that having feelings and showing respect toward yourself is as important as being smart. Ltd. Permission to reprint in other Mensa publications, with credit to author and Bright Ideas, is freely given, unless otherwise noted. The articles in Bright Ideas come from many sources, but priority is given to articles from Mensa newsletters. Each is credited to the publication in which, to the Editor's best knowledge and findings, it was first printed.