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RadiationTherapy

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11. This learning is available without what I would consider an isolating social atmosphere
Thu Mar 12, 2015, 01:07 PM
Mar 2015

that may come from attending classes.

I hope this kid is also having a fun and occasionally irresponsible childhood. Just as some personalities have to strictly be taught math due to lack of enthusiasm, some personalities have to be taught fun, relaxation, "meaninglessness," and the value of "doing nothing."

I personally think it is a mistake to push someone so hard toward a generic and - for many - very unfulfilling notion of "success." This child's hunger and enthusiasm for math does not necessarily require college degrees.

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