"I'm so stupid"

[notanordinarygirl]

So I’m having one of my usual “I’m so stupid” moments…
And I would really like to know, how does a person know that they’re not stupid? Because I’ve been trying to answer that question for so long and I just… don’t know. But the feeling of being the dumbest person in the world just sucks. I can’t even rely on grades to make me feel smart anymore. I feel like a total failure.
Sorry if this doesn't make sense. I rarely ever make sense.

 

[LongAgoNThGarden]

Hi NotAnOrdinaryGirl,

It sounds like perhaps you could be being just a little bit too hard on yourself regarding the idea of being stupid.


After all, you we’re certainly smart enough to operate your computer and post your message on here. You may be surprised how many people there are who would have extreme difficulty doing what you just did.


We all have different gifts, and abilities, but because we do not excel in an area that others may, certainly does not make us stupid.

Moses the prophet of God is one example we can look at.


Many believe Moses had a speech impediment, perhaps he stuttered, and because of this, Moses tried to talk God out of choosing him to lead the childen of Israel out of their captivity in Egypt.


Moses said to God, “O my LORD I am not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant, but I am slow of speech and of a slow tongue.” Exodus 4:10


And because of this, the LORD had Moses brother Aaron be Moses spokesperson.

And then there is Albert Einstein who many thought was a genius, and yet it has been said that he would get lost walking home after work.


So here we have this really smart guy who can’t even find his way home from work?


God gave us each specific gifts and talents, and it would be a good thing if we focused more on the gifts and talents God has given to us, rather than to get distracted upon the gifts and talents that God may have given to someone else.


We are all part of the body of Christ, and the Bible tells us that one part of the body is no more important than the other part. 1 Corinthians chapter 12.


We are all loved by our Heavenly Father in Christ.


Pray about it.


Garden

 

[Everlasting33]

So I’m having one of my usual “I’m so stupid” moments…
And I would really like to know, how does a person know that they’re not stupid? Because I’ve been trying to answer that question for so long and I just… don’t know. But the feeling of being the dumbest person in the world just sucks. I can’t even rely on grades to make me feel smart anymore. I feel like a total failure.
Sorry if this doesn't make sense. I rarely ever make sense.

You are not alone. I have called myself stupid many of times and sometimes it is hard to NOT base importance on intelligence. Although, this may not imply to you I know that feeling stupid was only the tip of the iceberg. Underneath my feelings of stupidity, I had self-hatred and feelings of inadequacy/inferiority.

Perhaps it may be useful to apply some cognitive therapy on yourself. Here is an example of how I can challenge my negative thoughts.

"I am so stupid"

Challenge: What evidence proves this?

"I get bad grades"

Challenge: Are these grades this way because of an lack of intelligence or that I did not study?

"Well, I guess I could have studied more...but I still wish I were smarter."

Challenge: What would happen if you were smarter?

"I would like myself more and be happier"

Challenge: So all smart people like themselves and are happier than dumb people?"

"Well, no. But..."

Challenge: It may help to see that having intelligence does not guarantee that a person will like him or herself. Having intelligence, just like beauty, does not mean that that person will be any happier with his or herself.

"Well, then how can I be happy?"

Challenge: Acknowledge your weaknesses and work hard at them. Acknowledge your strengths and include them in your daily life. Remember that every single person differs in intelligence, each is unique and special and each can give the world something different from the next person!

 

[stevendrake]

I grew up being told I was stupid. Struggle with that idea is hard. It does become an Idea in your head. One main thing I've learned is the power of words. Never say anything about anything you do is stupid. We all do things wrong sometimes but we are after all, human. What you say can definitely effect the way you think. Try to be more positive with what comes out of your mouth. Every day is a blessing and God will always love you. The Devil is the one who wants you to think you're stupid. In fact, you can be everything God created you to be. How much more uplifting and positive can it be than that. I hope you have a great and blessed day.

 

[brink]

Awwww. Dont feel like that. YOu know its not true, Besides, The Lord accepts everyone just the way they are. Dont forget that th
at He has plans for you and that HE made you.
Lots of love,
Brink.

 

[brink]

Ooh, Sorry for the word reputition and the cap' mistakes

 

[Jayangel81]

I had a really "stupid" moment at work yesterday, these two guys thought i was having a hangover or something

In fact I have alot of "stupid" moments. My sister tells at times to stop talking its making me dumber (along those lines)

 

[Rosesarered]

I feel stupid all the time but the older I get, the more that I see we all feel that way. That is why some people go so overboard trying to be so perfect looking, rich, famous, accomplished...etc.

If you try to become content with what you have, not complacent, but content, you are waaay ahead of the gang. God blesses us so much but we are all so busy looking at what we lack, we miss the big blessings in our life.

 

[arriana]

i noticed you are 18. i suggest you get help with counseling for your self esteem now before it gets worse. i am 30 and never truly delt with my mom's verbal abuse and other abuse in my life. and now boyfriend just abused me physically so that doesn't help. what do your parents say to you. where is this feeling of stupidity coming from because i doubt it is coming from you?

 

[arriana]

i just though of something. a guy at work had a stupid moment. he stole and then got fired. he was just offered the manager position. ha ha

 

[Jayangel81]

i just though of something. a guy at work had a stupid moment. he stole and then got fired. he was just offered the manager position. ha ha

ouch....

 

[CrimsonCryer1986]

(((hugs))) NotAnOrdinaryGirl

 

[Mayflower1]

So I’m having one of my usual “I’m so stupid” moments…
And I would really like to know, how does a person know that they’re not stupid? Because I’ve been trying to answer that question for so long and I just… don’t know. But the feeling of being the dumbest person in the world just sucks. I can’t even rely on grades to make me feel smart anymore. I feel like a total failure.
Sorry if this doesn't make sense. I rarely ever make sense.

you can definitely type, you can read this, you are a human being that God made. You are definitely a smart person.