Can you be exceptionally gifted and not know it?

To begin, it might feel narcissistic. But it also could lead to extreme fear about the world, like, "If 99% of people are less intelligent than I am, we're really doomed. read more

You may become accomplished through hard work without being exceptionally gifted. If you love an activity, make the most of it, and don't worry about whether you are exceptionally gifted. Do it for the love of it, not just because you seek recognition. Keep in mind that a career in the arts is risky even for people who are exceptionally gifted. read more

Perhaps some moderately and exceptionally gifted people are humble, but surely not all. And perhaps some profoundly gifted people are arrogant, but surely not all. As a general rule, when it comes to human beings, do not generalize. read more

Most school districts do not even start identifying children for gifted programs until the second or third grade, and parents of exceptionally bright or gifted children may want to consider private testing or alternative placement options (such as a private preschool school program or early grade acceleration) before that time. read more