"Mad, adj. Affected with a high degree of intellectual independence." ― Ambrose Bierce Topic(s): Intelligence More From Ambrose Bierce "Meekness: Uncommon patience in planning a revenge that is worth while." "Jealous, adj. Unduly concerned about the preservation of that which can be lost only if not worth keeping." "Bride: A woman with a fine prospect of happiness behind her." More In Intelligence "Self-esteem is as important to our well-being as legs are to a table. It is essential for physical and mental health and for happiness."― Louise Hart "God is another name for human intelligence raised above all error and imperfection, and extended to all possible truth."― William Ellery Channing "But our society does not grant nontraditional forms of intelligence equal recognition, no matter how much it would help us get along or truly enrich our lives."― Joan D. Vinge