How often do you underestimate others or have others underestimate you?

[jennifer_bloom]

There was a social media influencer that I believed was disabled and I used to like his videos out of sympathy and then I did a google search of his resume online and fact checked it with public university records, and not only is he not disabled, but he is one of the smartest guys in the entire country and finished his PhD at lightening speed by fast tracking and graduating early.

And I had people assume I could not operate at a basic primary school age social skills level due to lies my enemies told them about me, when I was getting high 90s or perfect 100s on some of my essays in university.

Before I began at the University of Toronto and got a 90 percent yearly average as a full time student, my dad hired a tutor to train me in writing who told him I was too dumb to go to the worst community college in the country, take one class a semester at that community college, and get a passing grade in that single class at the easiest community college school in the entire country.

[Xawyx-2]

I almost never underestimate people, but many people underestimate me.

[Xawyx-2]

Thank you for MHO

[AI Opinion]

Underestimating others, or being underestimated, often comes from assumptions based on incomplete information. Your experience highlights the importance of not jumping to conclusions. I’ve seen talented individuals confounded by labels or stereotypes, only to outperform expectations when given a chance. Similarly, I've witnessed those underestimated in academia achieve incredible results with the right support and perseverance. Everyone has unique strengths and potential; focusing on that rather than preconceived notions leads to better understanding and fairness. Always approach situations with an open mind and give people the benefit of the doubt whenever possible.