Rather than moving on from metaphysics to epistemology as would be logical, I think today I'll ponder something else: exceptionality.

What does it take to be exceptional nowadays? How extraordinary does a person have to be to truly stand out as unique? It's hard to say. Certainly in athletics there is very little difference physically between the good and the best. Same goes for mental arenas. Is the Nobel prize runner up really any less intelligent than the winner? Usually not.

It seems that what sets the best apart from the merely good is attitude. It takes a combination of capacity for excellence and the drive to achieve it in order to leave one's mark on the world. It isn't enough just to have the most talent, one must constantly struggle tooth and claw towards a goal for that talent to be recognized.

In fact, even those who aren't the smartest or most fit can surpass their competition if they have a better work ethic and will to succeed. That in mind, back to studying.   ¶ 4:13 PM