"Un être humain intelligent est-il susceptible d'être bien plus qu'un grand fabricant de malentendus?"
— Philip Roth
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People can sometimes overthink things and, in doing so, confuse themselves and others. Just like a factory that produces many items, a smart person can create a lot of confusion by analyzing too much or using complicated ideas. For example, in a team project, one person might come up with a very complex plan that nobody understands, and this could lead to misunderstandings and mistakes. Instead of helping, their intelligence ends up causing more problems. It’s important for smart people to communicate clearly and avoid overcomplicating things. By keeping explanations simple and listening to others, they can avoid creating misunderstandings and work better with everyone.
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