Genius is always recognized in hindsight, with the benefit of positive results in mind. We “cherrypick” the good results of divergent thinkers, but forget that we use the results to decide who’s a genius and who isn’t. Thus, tolerating divergent, genius-level thinking requires an ability to tolerate failure, loss, and change if it’s to be applied prospectively.
Author: Shane Parrish
Source: Farnam Street
Subjects: Education | Scholarship, Intelligence | Knowledge, Personal Improvement, Psychology | Behavior
Source: Farnam Street
Subjects: Education | Scholarship, Intelligence | Knowledge, Personal Improvement, Psychology | Behavior
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