Why Smart People Sometimes Play Dumb

Hey Fam,

So…let’s talk about something that'll save you from your own big brain:
Chesterton's Fence.

If you're thinking, "What's a fence got to do with being smart?" – good question. Keep reading.

This might be the most important lesson you'll learn about not messing up when you're trying to change things.

Here's the deal:

Chesterton's Fence means that before you knock down a fence, you better know why someone put it there in the first place.

Sounds easy, right?

But you'd be amazed how many smart people crash and burn because they ignored this idea.

Let's break it down: