Quote by Benjamin Carson

I actually don't think that I'm that much smarter than anybody else. It's just that I frequently just seem to know what to do, and I think that's wisdom.

I actually don't think that I'm that much smarter than anybo

Summary

In this quote, the speaker humbly expresses their belief that they are not inherently more intelligent than others. They attribute their ability to seemingly know what to do in various situations not to superior intellect, but rather to wisdom. The quote implies that wisdom is not solely dependent on intelligence but can be attained by having a deep understanding of life's experiences and lessons. It suggests that the speaker's wisdom allows them to navigate situations effectively, despite feeling equal in intellectual capacity to their peers.

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