Smart Shaming: Embracing Different Forms of Intelligence
In our world, being smart is often seen as a good thing. However, some people face teasing or exclusion just because they're smart. This essay explores why this happens, why it's harmful, and how we can make things better. Smart shaming occurs when people mock or ignore someone because of their intelligence. It happens in different places, like school or work, and it's unfair. It makes smart people feel bad about themselves and like they should hide their smarts. When people experience smart sha
