• aislopmukbang@sh.itjust.works
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    21 days ago

    I was that asian kid and I can assure you this knowledge (or even the word neuroplasticity) is not as pervasive as many believe it to be

    • UnderpantsWeevil@lemmy.world
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      21 days ago

      I more mean to say that the idea of “intelligence” is treated very differently in first class and second class citizenry.

      It’s an asset to be celebrated when your background qualifies you to join elite circles. It’s a liability to be managed when you’re confined to drudge work.