10 reasons smart people want to be alone

They Value Deep, Meaningful Connections Over Small Talk

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They Have Vibrant Inner Lives

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They Are Highly Sensitive to External Stimuli

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They Desire Continuous Learning and Personal Projects

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They Don’t Need as Much Validation From Others

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They Experience Higher Levels of Anxiety

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Others May Slow Them Down

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They Don’t Always Fit In

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They Are Ambitious and Goal-Oriented

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