the exposure of energy begets further energy
at all times we are channelling energy, but it is the exposure of that energy that creates lightning
to anyone but a volcanologist, a volcano ready to erupt looks like any other mountain. Most smart people I know are like volcanos. They keep their energy circumventing throughout their head. They can redirect the same energy an olympic athlete might use to jump hurdles into composing a symphony of directed intelligence towards a problem with many moving parts
but be patient with them, because any energy you give them will not be reciprocated the way a normal person would. Rather than reciprocate your energy, they will send it right upstairs to their head. Engineers have a reputation for being cold, awkward, and no-fun to be around. But that’s not always their fault. Their livelihood demands it