i hear what you're saying about being called smart. because of some circumstances in my life, i was lucky enough to start university at the age of 16 and graduate by 20. because of this people call me smart. i don't like the term and always try to reason with people when they call me that. what i say does not seem to dissuade them, they keep calling me smart.
I can understand how it bothers you, it can be a way for people to create differences, even if unknowingly. I agree that there are all kinds of intelligence, and I do believe that everyone has their own way of being smart - and it's good to spend time with people who are different to you as well as those who have a similar kind of 'intelligence'.
