I thought I was special for a moment, but maybe I’m just average
I told my friend Ava about my IQ score — it came out as 124. I mentioned it’s only a few points off from Einstein’s, and she said, “Okay, but not that smart.”
It stung a little. She used to say I was really smart, but I guess she meant normal smart, not genius-level. I know a true “genius” IQ starts at 140, but for a moment, I really felt like one. It made me feel like I was different, like I finally had proof I was special.
I used to have a crush on her, but those feelings faded. Lately, she’s been really boy-crazy — always talking about hookups or how she’s falling in love again, even though she kind of already has a boyfriend. I have a girlfriend too, so I don’t even know why I care.
Maybe it’s not about her at all. Maybe I just liked feeling unique, like I had something that made me stand out. But I guess not everyone can be special — some of us have to be average so others can shine.
I just wish I had my own light sometimes.
@warmheartedTown1430
Don't let throw away remarks from other people bring you down.
You are enough!
Build up your own self esteem and focus on how you feel about yourself, and don't let others take your power away!
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@warmheartedTown1430It’s completely natural to want to feel special and recognized for your unique strengths, like your IQ score. Having something that makes you stand out can feel really validating. It’s tough when someone close to you doesn’t see it the same way or downplays it—that can definitely sting. Remember, being “special” isn’t just about numbers or comparisons; it’s about the qualities and light you bring to the world in your own way. Your worth isn’t less because others shine differently or brighter in certain areas. You do have your own light, and it’s okay to take time to discover and celebrate it on your own terms. If you want, I can help you find ways to explore and nurture what makes you feel uniquely you.
The desire to feel unique and seek validation of one's worth is completely natural, and there's no need to be ashamed of such thoughts. Take a look at the discussion of test results and perceptions of intelligence in the MyIQ score discussion thread to see how people share their experiences of how numbers and grades affect self-esteem and relationships. It also emphasizes that true uniqueness is shaped not only by the tests we take but also by how we develop our strengths and express ourselves.