A nerd (adjective: nerdy) is a person, typically described as being overly intellectual, obsessive, or socially impaired. They may spend inordinate amounts of time on unpopular, obscure, or non-mainstream activities, which are generally either highly technical or relating to topics of fiction or fantasy, to the exclusion of more mainstream activities.[1][2][3]Additionally, many nerds are described as being shy, quirky, and unattractive,[4] and may have difficulty participating in, or even following, sports. "Nerd" is a derogatory, stereotypical term, but as with other pejoratives, it has been reclaimed and redefined by some as a term of pride and group identity.
Not too terribly long ago I had a discussion with a friend. I don't remember many of the details, but at some point I referred to myself as a Nerd. My friend immediately stated that she didn't think I was a Nerd at all, and that she thinks I'm very cool, pretty, and not socially awkward. All very nice things, but the truth is that I am a Nerd and darned proud of it too!
In fact I even joined a community of Nerds that call themselves Nerdfighters. If you want to check them out there is a link over on the right side of my site. The idea behind Nerdfighting is that we use our super brain powers for good, to make the world a better place.
From Nerdfighters.ning.com
We fight against suck... we fight for awesome. We fight using our brains, our hearts, our calculators and our trombones.
- Hank Green, a founder of modern nerdfighting
So to all my Nerdy friends, keep being yourselves, keep being Nerds, and of course, DFTBA (Don't Forget To Be Awesome).
So to all my Nerdy friends, keep being yourselves, keep being Nerds, and of course, DFTBA (Don't Forget To Be Awesome).
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