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Similar-ish boat, my wife and I are both smart, differently. She can analyze through anything, given time and I've got a knack for quickly picking up knowledge. My only shot at winning Board games is on the first few playthroughs, after that, she tends to dominate or over-think it.
Unfortunately both of us also suffer from a lack of drive/follow through. We're doing okay in life, but some days I know we could be doing great if we both had focus. Instead, we're enjoying things while coasting. Life goals of a kid and a dog have been achieved, and I'm quickly becoming the least smart one in the house. (Kid has already gone through Neuro eval, that's their story to tell)