11 Tips to Be Smart and Cool at the Same Time
Many people think that
if you're a straight A student or you like making computer programs, you
are a nerd. However, you can be smart and cool at the same time. This guide will teach you how to transform
from nerdy to cool without changing your interests.
1.Analyze the situation.
How nerdy are you? Are you a nerd at all? We're not talking about how
smart you are. You need to figure out how people perceive you, for the most
part. Slightly dorky, but mostly cool? A normal kid with a geeky side? A total socialoutcast? Someone you
wouldn't expect to have good grades? Don't let what you find out in this step
get you down or make you arrogant. Others' opinion of you isn't the end of the world. We are just using
it as a tool for your personal development. Besides, you're not really
"nerdy." You're just smart and you happen to be capable of forming
interests without the validation of the mainstream.
2.Learn to listen.
Sometimes you might not notice that you are talking and think that
people are actually interested but they are annoyed or bored. If you can't
think of anything to say ask a question that is not too lame. Most people
like to talk about themselves. It's good to be talkative and able to hold up a conversation,
but make sure to let the other person or people speak - really listen when they
are talking. Practice yourspeaking skills with people you feel
comfortable with, like a sibling or neighbor.
3.Do not talk too much about your personal life.
If someone asks what you like to do for fun, don't lie. Just answer
honestly (no matter how geeky the answer is). But do not go into much detail.
For example, if you like to make web-pages, don't say "I make the best web-pages without even using any
programs. I make them with NotePad because I memorized HTML and I'm fluent in JavaScript, and I
hate how the WYSIWYG editors force you
to conform (conformity is so mainstream) and to relax I like to play MMORPGS, Warcraft on the Dalaran
server, to be specific, blah-blah-blah." Just say, "I like to use the
computer and play videogames." If they ask you specifically, say "I
make websites", or "I like to play Warcraft". Don't go into
details, unless you're asked, because most people don't care. They're just
making conversation (something you'll soon be doing). If you play a sport or do
something else in your free time, like go shopping, go to the beach, watchmovies or eat at your favorite restaurant, you might want to mention that too, in order to downplay your
"nerdy" hobbies. Make sure you ask
them what they like to do, as most people are quite happy to talk about themselves.
For example, do not care about your post count on any forum. Or don't
care about your page views. The point of forums/communities are to share thoughts, ask questions and discuss topics,
not have 65,405 posts and 485 topics with 6,584 replies. Life is too short to
freak out about stuff like that. Go outside and get some fresh air or learn to play an instrument instead of wasting your time with
that. And if it really is that important to you, you probably don't want to
mention that to most people.
Do not try to say that you are better than someone through bragging. You
think you're being cool, but bragging is annoying, and that makes you annoying.
Don't be a know-it-all who always corrects people's grammar and ideas either.
6.Do not do pointless things that other people label as "cool."
For example, care more about knowledge than your grades. Fail rather
than cheat. Have some integrityand
class!
7.Disregard what some idiots think about you.
Don't even respond if someoneinsults you (unless you want to look up some snippy comebacks). You know that you're cool. Don't lower your mentality to theirs! If
they keep bothering you, you can walk away, or use one of those snippy comebacks and then walk away.
8.Have good hygiene.
Nothing screams "NERD!" like gunky teeth, greasy hair
and too-small clothes. It is kind of sad that people place so much importance
on looks, but it is the truth. For right now, it's best to just stay healthy and
clean for wellness's sake.Shower daily, brush your teeth, floss, wear deodorant/antiperspirant and brush your hair. You might want to save up for money to buy new clothes if you are sick
of people making fun of yours. You don't have to buy exactly what the "popular"
kids wear, but something stylish and flattering works fine. Ask a friend if you
need help. If you have glasses that you think detract from your appearance a lot, you can always try
contacts. If you can't wear contacts for some reason (sensitive corneas, for
instance), don't worry about it. Plenty of really cool and smart people wear
glasses. And don't worry about people thinking bracesare dorky. See all
those perfectly straight teeth on the movie stars? Most of those have had to
deal with years of orthodontic treatment.
9.Try to be balanced.
Do you have a mighty brain but weak and uncoordinatedmuscles? Build up your
strength and stamina through sports or other daily physical activities. Studies show that daily exercise
improves your brain and your mood.
10.Dress cool!
You can be a nerd in the inside just don't show it! Wear cool stuff out
side! But be smart!
11.Be an easy to talk to person.
People like to be able to talk to someone smart without having to feel
stupid. If someones asks you something really simple to you like, "What is
pi?" don't say "I'm not telling". You'll just become a total
jerk and super uncool. Say something like "Here, I'll show you" and
when you've explained it in an easy form, say, "It seems hard but it's
really not" and when they thank you say "Any time!" This makes
you a likeable person that can help people a gain new perspective. And if people
start taking advantage of you, all the better! You could show the fact that
you're a self-reliant kid, and you can stick up for your self by saying
something like, "I'm here to help you, not to baby you".
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