One of the key aspects of so-called "genius" IQs is the ability to self-reflect, or rather, think about thinking about things. Once you start thinking about thinking, you've reached a higher-order level of existence, where thoughts themselves become just as important to you as the real world.
Sub-100 IQs, or half the white population in the US, doesn't or can't do this. I used to believe that it could be learned, but lately I am not so convinced. Obviously, other races, even whites outside of the US, have lower average IQs and so the vast majority of their populations can't do this level of thinking. (It's well known that jew IQs are heavily inflated, along with Chinese IQs.)
The classic test of higher-order thinking is the simple hypothetical, represented with the subjunctive mood on verbs. "Suppose you didn't eat breakfast this morning. How would you feel right now?"
Those who engage in higher-order thinking have no problem considering hypotheticals like this, while those who don't will respond with something like "But I did eat breakfast" showing that they can't consider hypotheticals.
Higher-order thinking means you need to think about the thoughts you are thinking. Which thoughts are correct or good, and which ones aren't? What is the pattern to these types of thoughts, and how can you quickly identify them? Logic and reason are skills that are developed over time with careful thinking. Pattern recognition is key. Keeping a journal of previous thoughts and their conclusions, as well as observed results over time, and reflecting on your past thoughts is a valuable exercise. Be careful what you put on paper or the internet, however.
One of the most significant thoughts you must carry with you at all times, if you are able to do higher-order thinking, is that lower IQ humans do NOT do higher-order thinking, and you can't expect them to. Nor do generally smart people think well in all situations at all time. People tend to assume that other people are similar to them, but this is not a valid assumption. You must approach other humans with the understanding that you are possibly encountering a wild animal who survives by instinct alone, and behave accordingly, until it can be shown otherwise.
There is great power in higher-order thinking, done right. If you're able to do it, you have a moral duty to hone this ability.
