He spends a lot of time telling you how smart he is, which is odd because, if you're truly all that bright, people can usually figure it out on their own.
In "Theft by Finding: Diaries" by David Sedaris, the author reflects on the nature of intelligence and self-promotion. He observes that those who are genuinely intelligent often do not feel the need to boast about their capabilities. Instead, their cleverness is evident to others without excessive explanation.
This observation highlights a common tendency among some individuals to seek validation through verbal assertions of their intelligence. Sedaris suggests that true intelligence speaks for itself, and constant self-assertion can come across as insecurity rather than confidence.
