We acknowledge that some dictionary definitions of genius fall short of our observations. But empirical evidence – evidence you can see with your own eyes – greatly favors the potential of genius being universal and INCLUSIVE rather than scarce and EXCLUSIVE. It is noteworthy that the origin of the definition of a word never precedes the concept described. But in practice, defi- nitions come after awareness of the concept itself. Definitions are intended to be dynamic. Modernly, some dictionaries define genius as; “exceptional natural capacity of intellect, especially as shown in creative and original work in science, art, music, etc.” Upon deep inspection it has been seen that some very unlikely individuals have, from very unlikely starting points, become amazing and able geniuses. The beautiful truth is you can find full-fledged geniuses and geniuses in the making, all around you. We owe a debt of gratitude to several men and women that care- fully observed and studied the word and concept of genius. Several of them noted that certain characteristics and certain traits were found in common amongst the world top geniuses. Latino clinical psychologist Dr. Alfred Barrios was one of those people. He wrote, “Most people have the mistaken idea that geni- uses are born, not made. But if you look at the lives of the world’s greatest geniuses you discover they all had 24 personality traits in common. These are traits that anyone can develop. It makes no dif- ference how old you are, how much education you have, or what you have accomplished to date. Adopting (through observation, study and practice) these personality characteristics enables you to operate on a genius level”. When you adopt these characteristics you make them your own by observing them in action, studying them, working hard at them, and practicing them regularly. The authors of Genius: Your Illustrated & Actionable Guide to Doing Great Things chose Barrios’s explanation of genius because he correctly indicated that genius POTENTIAL was innate, embod- ied, and inherent in every single human being.
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