BECOMING A GENIUS WORKBOOK
Based on the 24 characteristics (qualities) that geniuses have in common
by Dr Alfred Barrios
In 1980, Doctor Alfred Barrios published a list of 24 qualities which he observed geniuses had in common. He concluded that these traits (individual qualities) can be developed by anyone to operate at a genius level and be a genius, and that it makes no difference how old you are, how much education you have, or what you have accomplished to date.
In fact, the word genius comes from the Latin word gignere which means ‘beget’. The word ‘beget’ means ‘to bring a child into existence’. A long time ago, a genius meant a spirit who guarded a person from birth and was his guide in life, helping him in his actions. This was also associated with the person's natural abilities and talent.
Becoming a Genius Workbook has been designed to help you learn about these 24 qualities which you can develop in order to operate and work like a genius in your life. This workbook is suitable for ages 11+, although anyone can learn and practice the 24 qualities that geniuses have in common.
This workbook can be gone through on your own, or it can be used by teachers and educators for workshops or classroom activities.
Dr Barrios' observations on the 24 qualities that geniuses have in common was published in 1980 in a National Enquirer/Transworld feature. Here is the text.
From a 1980 National Enquirer/Transworld features © 1980.
“1.
DRIVE . Geniuses have a strong desire to work hard and long. They’re willing to give all they’ve got to a project. Develop your drive by focusing on your future success, and keep going.
“2.
COURAGE . It takes courage to do things others consider impossible. Stop worrying what people will think if you are different.
“3.
DEVOTION TO GOALS . Geniuses know what they want and go after it. Get control of your life and schedule. Have something specific to accomplish each day.
“4.
KNOWLEDGE . Geniuses continually accumulate information. Never go to sleep at night without having learned at least one new thing that day. Read. And question people who know.
“5.
HONESTY . Geniuses are frank, forthright and honest. Take the responsibility for things that go wrong. Be willing to admit, ‘I goofed,’ and learn from your mistakes.
“6.
OPTIMISM . Geniuses never doubt they will succeed. Deliberately focus your mind on something good coming up.
“7.
ABILITY TO JUDGE . Try to understand the facts of a situation before you judge. Evaluate things on an open-minded, unprejudiced basis and be willing to change your mind.
“8.
ENTHUSIASM . Geniuses are so excited about what they are doing, it encourages others to cooperate with them. Really believe that things will turn out well. Don’t hold back.
“9.
WILLINGNESS TO TAKE CHANCES . Overcome your fear of failure. You won’t be afraid to take chances once you realise you can learn from your mistakes.
“10.
DYNAMIC ENERGY . Don’t sit on your butt waiting for something good to happen. Be determined to make it happen.
“11.
ENTERPRISE . Geniuses are opportunity seekers. Be willing to take on jobs others won’t touch. Never be afraid to try the unknown.
“12.
PERSUASION . Geniuses know how to motivate people to help them get ahead. You’ll find it easy to be persuasive if you believe in what you’re doing.
“13.
OUTGOINGNESS . I’ve found geniuses able to make friends easily and be easy on their friends. Be a ‘booster’, not someone who puts others down. That attitude will win you many valuable friends.
“14.
ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE . Geniuses are able to effectively get their ideas across to others. Take every opportunity to explain your ideas to others.
“15.
PATIENCE . Be patient with others most of the time, but always be impatient with yourself. Expect far more of yourself than of others.
“16.
PERCEPTION . Geniuses have their mental radar working full time. Think more of others’ needs and wants than you do of your own.
“17.
PERFECTIONISM . Geniuses cannot tolerate mediocrity, particularly in themselves. Never be easily satisfied with yourself. Always strive to do better.
“18.
SENSE OF HUMOUR . Be willing to laugh at your own expense. Don’t take offense when the joke is on you.
“19.
VERSATILITY . The more things you learn to accomplish, the more confidence you will develop. Don’t shy away from new endeavours.
“20.
ADAPTABILITY . Being flexible enables you to adapt to changing circumstances readily. Resist doing things the same old way. Be willing to consider new options.
“21.
CURIOSITY . An inquisitive, curious mind will help you seek out new information. Don’t be afraid to admit you don’t know it all. Always ask questions about things you don’t understand.
“22.
INDIVIDUALISM . Do things the way you think they should be done, without fearing somebody’s disapproval.
“23.
IDEALISM . Keep your feet on the ground – but have your head in the clouds. Strive to achieve great things, not just for yourself, but for the betterment of mankind.
“24.
IMAGINATION . Geniuses know how to think in new combinations, see things from a different perspective, than anyone else. Unclutter your mental environment to develop this type of imagination. Give yourself time each day to daydream, to fantasise, to drift into a dreamy inner life the way you did as a child.”
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