I feel broken today. Maybe not completely broken, but definitely really beat up. And it's cathartic, but it still hurts a lot. The GRE is a simple test of arithmetic, algebra and geometry. A while back, when I gave it, I scored 310. 325 was within reach. ISB, Oxford, Harvard were within reach. Each concept that I applied myself too, seemed easier. Seemed more like an attempt to score better to suceed better. And each question answered, came filled with hubris. I knew I was 'the shit', the guy who can top it if he applies himself just enough. Well, I gave my first practice test after a week of properly studying and got served. 300. A drop. I had been putting in the work, been practicing consistently. But still, 10 points less. Yes, maybe the quiz I took was a shorter version, but nevertheless, it hurts. A lot. Not because of the score, but I think deep down, who I thought I am has finally broken. Throughout my life, I felt I was an intellectual. Thinking of the big picture, a man with…
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