“Character is higher than intellect.”

-Ralph Waldo Emerson

You can be the smartest person ever, but what it comes down to is your character. If you don't have a good character then it doesn’t matter how smart you are. Your brains will soon fade, but the thing that won’t fade is your character. Yes, it is nice and it’s an amazing feeling that people recognize you for your brains. Honestly, it feels way better if someone recognizes you for your personality. If you don’t have a good character then people won't like to be around you. You have to ask yourself what’s better, having friends and having intellect or just being intellect. You don’t want to be lonely even if you think that others will distract you from your future goals. What’s the point of living if you have no one to share your happiness with? You can be intellect, but also make sure to have a good character.