Psychology Today | 01.06.2026 20:19
Most of us have a rigid mental image of what an “intelligent” person looks like. They’re polished. Habitually organized. Quick on their feet. Always on top of things. The kind of person who color-codes their calendar, replies to emails instantly, and always thrives under pressure. Yet, as compelling (and popular) as this mental image is, it’s also inaccurate.
