• IcyToes@sh.itjust.works
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    1 month ago

    They’re probably insecure and intelligence and people’s perception of it is their only crutch.

    • Grappling7155@lemmy.ca
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      1 month ago

      I wouldn’t assume malice in all cases. Maybe they just aren’t great at breaking down complex subjects into plain language because it’s complex. Being an effective communicator and teacher is a skill that needs a lot of patience, practice, development, and feedback in order to get good, especially when trying to convey ideas through speech.