It\u2019s surprisingly easy to cut ties with a person who mistreats you when you know your worth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can be sure that intelligent people have already worked out who their real friends in life are. Smart people are also prone to letting in people who think the same as them, who share the same values, and who are in relative fields with similar interests. And when they\u2019re confident in their relationships, they don\u2019t really need to make any new ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019ll let someone new in their lives if someone proves to be incredibly compatible with them. And even then, they don\u2019t let their guard down and are ready to drop that friend should they prove to be toxic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People with high IQ just prefer to keep the company of a few numbered, worthy people. This is a scientific fact. Here\u2019s the study to prove it. Psychologist Satoshi Kanazawa from the London School of Economics looked at the happiness levels of a staggering 15,000 people with various IQ levels on two different occasions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First when they were socializing with a group of friends, and second, when they were alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The mind-blowing results? People with low to average IQ reported higher levels of happiness when they were spending time with their friends. But those with higher IQ levels experienced greater happiness when they were alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Don\u2019t Like Drama<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Intelligent people don\u2019t care for drama, and you will not likely find them involved in any. They already have so many things and goals occupying their minds and their time of the day. With a plate that full, they understand how much time drama takes up and how much stress it exposes them to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People with deep insecurities and empty lives are often the ones to initiate drama. All the constant social media posts, backstabbing, friends stealing each other\u2019s partners, and fighting derive from low self-esteem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intelligent people would honestly rather open a book or watch a movie. The phenomenon of preferring to stay alone or with a small group of people they trust is backed by science, not just personal preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Satoshi Kanazawa, the researcher mentioned earlier, and Normal P. Li joined forces to examine what is called the \u201cSavannah Theory\u201d of happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also called the \u201cEvolutionary Legacy Hypothesis\u201d and the \u201cMismatched Hypothesis,\u201d The Savannah Theory claims that people react to their circumstances the same as their ancestors did, having \u201cevolved psychologically\u201d based on their needs back in the old days when humans lived on the savannah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These researchers analyzed data from previous interviews conducted by the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health in order to find a correlation, between where each of their 15,197 subjects lived and their satisfaction and happiness in their own life. The subjects either lived in highly populated urban areas or rural towns. And what do you know? Happier people lived in populations with less density. Fewer people, less drama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They prefer deep connections<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Intelligent people tend to value deeper, more meaningful connections over superficial relationships. They often place more emphasis on quality over quantity when it comes to friendships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They would rather have a small group of genuine friends who they can connect with on a deeper level than a large group of acquaintances. This preference for deeper connections can limit the number of friendships intelligent people have. They will not invest time in friendships that do not align with their values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They have less free time<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Intelligent people are often busy pursuing their goals and interests. They have less free time to spend socializing and building relationships. Unlike their less intelligent counterparts, who may have more opportunities to socialize, intelligent people may prioritize their commitments over leisure activities or social events. This can make it difficult to form and maintain friendships, especially with individuals who do not understand their busy lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They may struggle with social skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite their intelligence, highly intelligent people may struggle socially. They may find it hard to connect with others, especially those who have different interests or perspectives. They may also find small talk or networking events challenging, as they may prefer more in-depth conversations. These challenges can inhibit the formation of new friendships or the maintenance of existing ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They find solitude fulfilling<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Intelligent people often enjoy spending time alone to pursue their interests, recharge, and reflect. They may not feel the need to socialize as much and may prefer to spend their time in solitude or with a small group of likeminded individuals. This can also cause them to have fewer friends, as they are content being alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They prioritize their mental health<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Intelligent people are often highly aware of their mental health and wellbeing. They prioritize their mental and emotional health to maintain high functioning and productivity. This may mean limiting social interactions to preserve their mental energy, reducing the number of friendships they have. In contrast, those who do not prioritize their mental health may prioritize socializing over their wellbeing, which can lead to forming shallow and unfulfilling friendships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re Picky<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Being picky isn\u2019t a bad thing. In fact, a lot of people wish they could be pickier about who they let into their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intelligent people don\u2019t let people into their lives who could hold back their goals and lessen their intelligence. Whom they spend time with influences the person they become, and those people can elevate them as much as they can bring them down. Smart people not only are more self-aware but also can see through people\u2019s \u201ctry hard\u201d personas. Motivational Speaker Jim Rohn says, \u201cYou are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Listen More Than They Talk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At the end of the day, it comes down to this! One of the ultimate reasons why intelligent people have fewer friends is a simple fact that they tend to listen more than they like to talk. In a group of friends, you\u2019ll find the introverted genius sitting back, observing those around them, listening, and trying to understand their thinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That means they\u2019re not likely to get involved in meaningless discussions and, drama. The reason they listen is that they know they can benefit more from observation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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