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What does it mean?
The speaker clarifies that lacking logic is different from being unintelligent.
In plain terms
Not being logical is not the same as being stupid.
What can you take from it?
Distinguish between intelligence and logical reasoning.

Where it applies

  • feedback
  • criticism
  • discussion

Putting it to work

  • give constructive feedback
  • clarify intentions

Questions to consider

  • How do you define logic?
  • When is clarification useful?

Another view

It can still feel like an insult to the recipient.

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