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What are some of the values or beliefs that guide or inspire you? And what brought you to them? (reddthat.com)

submitted 1 year ago by WackyTabbacy42069@reddthat.com to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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[–] thebestaquaman@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

I have a masters degree in materials chemistry and engineering. When people find that out they often say stuff like "I could never understand that" or similar.

I am of the firm belief that I could teach anyone everything I know given enough time and motivation. The thing is, I don't think there's anything special about me that makes me capable of doing what I do, other than thinking chemistry is extremely interesting. I don't have a more capable brain or anything. I'm just a bit of a nerd.

I absolutely agree that way too many people have the misconception that you have to be "special" to do a lot of the things many people find hard. It's all about being interested enough to spend time learning it.