I disagree. Most people seem dumb, but there are select few which are incredibly genius.

Like, I heard of a model theorist who produces quality papers every month or so. Then there is also Andrew Wiles, who proved Fermat’s last theorem through labyrinth of Langlands. The complexity and depth of the field is just insane.

I have come to realize a PhD just means you have spent a lot of time thinking about what you are doing.

Doesn’t mean what you are doing is smart really. Just well thought about.

Coming out of my undergrad I definitely did not feel that. I think it should be relabeled to high-school and undergrad is I feel SO dumb

I’ve been this way my whole life. I learn something new and realize I don’t know shit.

When you’re smart, you don’t need to learn