You can invest the same 10,000+ hours & still not meet up with a genius. Surpassing advantage: good environment, IQ, & good socioeconomic status. This will drive you into confusion, depression, or even neglect your dream because you are a bicycle in comparison with a jet.

Lacking these advantages doesn't mean you can't reach your destination. However, you must understand that you're limited in great areas and will at least ×2 the number of the required time + stage good maneuvers when you encounter impediments.

Using a genius as a yardstick is good. Aiming to become identical like the genius will end in futility. Both of you can work well & profer quality solutions, but as with everything, nothing is equal. The jungle is home to animals, however, some are weak while others are strong.

You need to understand your makeup and the tools available for you to meet up. You may work harder or lesser. Know your league. And play accordingly to get the work done.

Use a yardstick but don't get lost in comparison.

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