{"id":236,"date":"2024-10-06T21:12:52","date_gmt":"2024-10-06T21:12:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/?p=236"},"modified":"2024-10-08T12:07:09","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T12:07:09","slug":"15-misconceptions-about-intelligence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/","title":{"rendered":"Some misconceptions about intelligence."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#what-intelligence-is-not\" >What intelligence is not<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#11-myths-about-intelligence-what-intelligence-is-not\" >11 Myths About Intelligence: What Intelligence Is Not<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#1-intelligence-is-not-just-iq\" >1. Intelligence Is Not Just IQ<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#2-intelligence-is-not-memorisation\" >2. Intelligence Is Not Memorisation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#3-intelligence-is-not-fixed\" >3. Intelligence Is Not Fixed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#4-intelligence-is-not-just-academic-achievement\" >4. Intelligence Is Not Just Academic Achievement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#5-intelligence-is-not-emotional-detachment\" >5. Intelligence Is Not Emotional Detachment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#6-intelligence-is-not-just-about-cramming-or-rote-learning\" >6. Intelligence Is Not Just About Cramming or Rote Learning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#7-intelligence-is-not-solely-measured-by-standardised-tests\" >7. Intelligence Is Not Solely Measured by Standardised Tests<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#8-intelligence-is-not-the-absence-of-mistakes\" >8. Intelligence Is Not the Absence of Mistakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#9-brain-training-games-dont-make-you-smarter\" >9. Brain Training Games Don&#8217;t Make You Smarter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#10-learning-styles-are-a-myth\" >10. Learning Styles Are a Myth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#11-left-brainright-brain-thinking-is-oversimplified\" >11. Left-Brain\/Right-Brain Thinking Is Oversimplified<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/intelligence-project.com\/en\/intelligence_en\/15-misconceptions-about-intelligence\/#conclusion-time-to-rethink-intelligence\" >Conclusion: Time to Rethink Intelligence<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-intelligence-is-not\"><\/span>What intelligence is not<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before exploring the vast field of intelligence, I believe it can be useful to list a few misconceptions about intelligence, and understand it <em>a contrario<\/em> : what intelligence is not. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since I&#8217;m a beginner, I asked Chat GPT. Artificial intelligence to the rescue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To my relief, Chat GPT mentioned exactlly what I had in mind : Intelligence is not IQ, intelligence is not memorization, intelligence is not fixed, intelligence is not academic diploma or the result of brain training. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The good news (to me) is that it reflects my experience and <a href=\"\/?p=182\">what I wrote in the introductory article<\/a> : I have less memory, I have less vivacity, I have to learn how to use this new configuration, but i am probably not less intelligent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yesterday, while writing this, I wondered if it was not just wishful thinking&#8230; Chat GPT gives me hope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ChatGPT&#8217;s list of misonceptions about intelligence is useful and very clear, so I&#8217;ve just copied it and added my comments&#8230; It contains every point that I would have mentioned, plus a few others. I&#8217;ll comment each of them below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note : The italics below are my comments. The regular text is IA&#8217;s response to my question &#8220;what intelligence is not ?&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11-myths-about-intelligence-what-intelligence-is-not\"><\/span><strong>11 Myths About Intelligence: What Intelligence Is Not<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When we think of intelligence, what comes to mind? A high IQ score, perhaps, or someone who aces every exam? For too long, we&#8217;ve been working with a narrow and outdated view of what it means to be intelligent. In reality, intelligence is much more complex than most people realise, and a lot of what we assume about it is flat-out wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this series, we\u2019re going to explore the many myths and misconceptions that have shaped our understanding of intelligence and why it\u2019s time to rethink them. Below are 11 common myths about intelligence, and why they\u2019re far from the full picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Chatty trying to write a blog post<\/em>,, <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-intelligence-is-not-just-iq\"><\/span>1. <strong>Intelligence Is Not Just IQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ve been told that IQ tests are the gold standard for measuring intelligence, but this is a flawed assumption. IQ tests assess a limited range of cognitive abilities\u2014like logical reasoning and verbal skills\u2014but they don\u2019t account for creativity, practical problem-solving, or emotional understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">IQ also overlooks Howard Gardner\u2019s theory of <em>Multiple Intelligences<\/em>, which includes linguistic, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, and other forms of intelligence. Limiting intelligence to a single number fails to capture its full range. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>It ignores not only Howard Gardner&#8217;s quite old theory, but also many other works, and among them &#8220;Thinking fast and slow&#8221;, written by Nobel Prize Daniel Kahneman, an eye-opening book on the subtelties and traps of intelligence&#8230; Yes, we&#8217;ll see that later<\/em> <em>in this blog<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3zMQL17\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thinking fast and slow &#8211; Daniel Kahneman<\/a><br>En fran\u00e7ais : <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ZVfhYI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Syst\u00e8me 1 \/ Syst\u00e8me 2, les deux vitesses de la pens\u00e9e<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4eSXOnL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Multiple intelligences &#8211; Howard Gardner<\/a><br>En fran\u00e7ais : <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3YgbGlB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Les intelligences multiples<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-intelligence-is-not-memorisation\"><\/span>2. <strong>Intelligence Is Not Memorisation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people equate intelligence with the ability to remember facts and figures. However, while a good memory is useful, it doesn\u2019t necessarily mean someone understands the information or can apply it effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">True intelligence involves synthesising information, seeing connections, and being able to adapt knowledge to new situations. Memorisation may help on a quiz, but intelligence shines when we can take what we know and use it in creative or practical ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>I had this point in mind too, since my ability to easily memorize appointments, people and events was one of the most visible aspects of my past intelligence&#8230; this blog is partly a result of my memory loss trauma.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-intelligence-is-not-fixed\"><\/span>3. <strong>Intelligence Is Not Fixed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some believe that intelligence is a static trait\u2014you\u2019re either born smart, or you\u2019re not. This couldn&#8217;t be further from the truth. <em>Neuroplasticity<\/em>, the brain\u2019s ability to rewire itself in response to learning, shows that we can continually develop our cognitive abilities throughout life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By adopting a <em>growth mindset<\/em>, as psychologist Carol Dweck describes, we can improve our intelligence with effort, perseverance, and the right strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Yes, I would have written that without Chat GPT too : I&#8217;ve always been optimistic about how we can improve many aspects of our lives, including intelligence.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-intelligence-is-not-just-academic-achievement\"><\/span>4. <strong>Intelligence Is Not Just Academic Achievement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Success in school is often viewed as a direct reflection of intelligence, but academic achievements only measure a particular set of skills. Some of the world\u2019s greatest innovators and leaders didn\u2019t excel in traditional education systems, yet they transformed industries and solved complex problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Academic success is often a matter of discipline, conformity, and rote learning. Real intelligence goes beyond the classroom\u2014it\u2019s about solving real-world problems, thinking critically, and adapting to change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>OK. Not very original, but 100% true.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-intelligence-is-not-emotional-detachment\"><\/span>5. <strong>Intelligence Is Not Emotional Detachment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a persistent myth that being intelligent means being logical to the point of detachment, that emotions somehow cloud judgment. In reality, emotional intelligence (EQ)\u2014the ability to recognise, understand, and manage emotions\u2014is a crucial component of overall intelligence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">People with high EQ tend to navigate social relationships better, make more balanced decisions, and are more resilient in the face of stress. Intelligence is not just about what happens in the brain; it\u2019s also about how well we connect with and understand the emotions of others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>I agree, but I would never had said this like that. I agree, and I know that it is a field where I have a lot of ground to cover personally, to improve my global intelligence&#8230; Expect lots of content on the discovery of this personal terra incognita. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-intelligence-is-not-just-about-cramming-or-rote-learning\"><\/span>6. <strong>Intelligence Is Not Just About Cramming or Rote Learning<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cramming for a test or absorbing facts without deeper understanding is often mistaken for intelligence. While you might retain enough information to pass an exam, this superficial learning doesn\u2019t last and rarely translates into the ability to apply knowledge in different contexts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Intelligent learning involves actively engaging with material, questioning it, and making connections. It\u2019s the difference between being able to recall information and truly understanding how to use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>I love learning and I spend lots of time in this activity : I learn music, languages, techniques, etc&#8230; I love this sensation, when you learning something new, big and unexpected, of discovering a new world to explore&#8230; I know that learning is not intelligence, but I consider that learning is one of the most intelligent activities a human being can perform.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-intelligence-is-not-solely-measured-by-standardised-tests\"><\/span>7. <strong>Intelligence Is Not Solely Measured by Standardised Tests<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many of us grew up thinking that intelligence could be captured in a score on a standardised test. However, these tests are designed to measure a narrow range of abilities, mainly focused on logical reasoning, mathematics, and language skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But what about creativity? What about practical problem-solving in real-life situations? Standardised tests miss these essential dimensions, meaning they offer only a partial view of someone\u2019s intellectual abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Of course. Tests are only tests. It reminds me of the army : I was chased by my capitain because he wanted a clever soldier as a secretary and I was in the top 5 best test takers of my promotion in the Paris region<\/em>&#8230; <em>My old intelligence, not available to me anymore. Thanks to Chat GPT for not considering so important. I still have to work on myself to really feel it. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-intelligence-is-not-the-absence-of-mistakes\"><\/span>8. <strong>Intelligence Is Not the Absence of Mistakes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a myth that truly intelligent people don\u2019t make mistakes, that they always know the right answer. This myth can discourage people from taking risks or trying new things for fear of being seen as \u201cless smart.\u201d In reality, mistakes are a natural part of learning and growing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most intelligent people aren\u2019t those who avoid failure, but those who learn from their mistakes and continuously improve. Adaptability and resilience are signs of intelligence just as much as getting things right the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Trial and error, of course, and resilience. And all that<\/em>. <em>I agree. Still, who does not love these perfect days where everything goes so well that you feel invincible ?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-brain-training-games-dont-make-you-smarter\"><\/span>9. <strong>Brain Training Games Don&#8217;t Make You Smarter<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many believe that playing brain training games will boost overall intelligence. While these games can improve performance on specific tasks, studies show they don\u2019t lead to a general improvement in cognitive abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A more effective way to boost intelligence is through meaningful learning\u2014engaging with new ideas, solving complex problems, and developing emotional and social intelligence. Brain games are no substitute for real-world intellectual growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>I would not have thought about this point. But yes. Fair enough.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-learning-styles-are-a-myth\"><\/span>10. <strong>Learning Styles Are a Myth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s often said that some people are visual learners, while others are auditory or kinesthetic learners. However, recent research has debunked the idea that tailoring learning to these styles improves outcomes. What matters more is the nature of the content and the strategies we use to engage with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, effective learning happens when we challenge ourselves with active recall, problem-solving, and connecting new knowledge to what we already know, rather than relying solely on passive consumption in our so-called \u201cpreferred\u201d learning style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>OK. Same as before :  I would probably not have included that in a &#8220;What intelligence is not list&#8221;, but I can only agree.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11-left-brainright-brain-thinking-is-oversimplified\"><\/span>11. <strong>Left-Brain\/Right-Brain Thinking Is Oversimplified<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ve probably heard that \u201clogical\u201d people are left-brained, while \u201ccreative\u201d people are right-brained. This oversimplified view of brain function has been widely debunked. Both sides of the brain work together to handle a variety of tasks\u2014whether it\u2019s solving a mathematical problem or creating a piece of art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Intelligence involves the cooperation of both hemispheres in complex ways. The idea that you are \u201ceither\/or\u201d simply doesn\u2019t hold up to modern neuroscience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>I thought that it was a very old debate, closed a long time ago. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion-time-to-rethink-intelligence\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion: Time to Rethink Intelligence<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If this list has made you rethink what it means to be intelligent, then you\u2019re on the right track. Intelligence is multi-dimensional, dynamic, and deeply rooted in both emotional and cognitive abilities. Limiting our definition of intelligence only holds us back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks Chat GPT for graciously creating this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the coming weeks, I\u2019ll be diving deeper into these myths in a series of articles designed to clarify my (and maybe your, dear reader) understanding of intelligence. I&#8217;m not sure that I&#8217;ll write an article on exactly all the elements in this list, but that&#8217;s a good starting point. What I remember from all that is that intelligence is not just brain power and knowledge, but also (and maybe principally ?) creativity, adaptability, and emotional insight. Good point : that&#8217;s exactly the topic of this blog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, stay tuned for the next article exploring intelligence and non-intelligence in all their dimensions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What intelligence is not Before exploring the vast field of intelligence, I believe it can be useful to list a few misconceptions about intelligence, and understand it a contrario : what intelligence is not. Since I&#8217;m a beginner, I asked Chat GPT. Artificial intelligence to the rescue. 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