It was a very big moment that's burned into my mind. When I realized that I was smarter than my parents, I felt tremendous shame for having thought that. I will never forget that moment. This discovery, he later told friends, along with the fact that he was adopted, made him feel apart-detached and separate-from both his family and the world.
The moment of realization when he recognized his intelligence surpassed that of his parents left a lasting impression on him. This recognition was accompanied by a deep sense of shame for having entertained such a thought, emphasizing the emotional weight of the experience. He described this revelation as a pivotal point in his life that shaped his perception of himself and his place within his family.
In addition to this moment, he grappled with the knowledge of being adopted, which further fueled his feelings of alienation. He felt a sense of detachment not only from his family but also from the larger world around him. This combination of intellectual and emotional revelations profoundly affected his identity and relationships throughout his life.
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