This article is an attempt at formulating a prescription for genius and creativity. In equal part, it was written to inspire the bright Somali as it is supposed to help those who consider themselves less intellectually fortunate. In short, it will reiterate the claim that training can do miracles to your mind. It will attempt to demonstrate that a majority of population can reach today’s standards of genius. It will list nearly forty preconditions and fallacies related to genius and creativity. It will also attempt at presenting a simplified metaphor of genius for the sake of demystifying the concept. Hopefully, it will also encourage parents to spare no effort in providing rich and loving environment for their kids to grow in.
High IQ in high demand
Intelligence, creativity and genius are generally regarded as highly valuable assets of the human mind. As a strong positive correlation exists between IQ and the median earned income, most people would gladly boost their IQ, improve creativity or accept being called a genius. Exceptions to this rule are few and most revolve around a claim that intelligence may be an obstacle on the way towards universal happiness. Here are a few exemplary arguments against human intelligence listed by the detractors of genius:
- high intelligence reveals existential truths and as such is highly depressive
- high intelligence prevents atavistic enjoyment of relationships
- high intelligence is a source of envy and other bad feelings in others
- high intelligence leads to inhuman behaviors and most sophisticated forms of evil
In this article, I will tacitly ignore the above claims and assume that you would gladly become more intelligent, creative or innovative. I believe it can be shown that an increase in knowledge and creative power can statistically leads to more “goodness” . I will tacitly assume throughout this text that achieving creative genius is a desirable goal.
To sum up, I personally believe the admirable intelligence of the Somali. You need to know that your brain is a door with a padlock. Open it with an impressive intelligence.
BY GULAID MOHAMMED YASSIN(DALXA)
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