Would you rather be smart, or beautiful? (lemmy.world)

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A genie appears before you and says you must choose to be very physically attractive, but slightly below average intelligence, or very intelligent, but slightly below average attractiveness? Which would you choose, and why?

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[-] rekabis@programming.dev 2 points 4 days ago* (last edited 4 days ago)

I have always taken the metaphorical red pill when given a chance. I would rather live in pain and suffering knowing the truth, than living in ignorance and happiness.

And I don’t mind being ugly. I’m a misanthrope anyhow. Being ugly just means you are more likely to be left alone.

this post was submitted on 04 Jan 2025

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