I was identified as gifted as a child. I don't feel any particular allegiance, kinship, or otherwise with people on the board, with the exception that I strongly identify with the issue of advocacy. I never feel quite like I belong anywhere, I always just assumed that was a part of being "gifted," different, etc. I don't exclude people intentionally, but I also don't have very much tolerance for intellectual insecurity either. I enjoy intelligent people and intelligent conversation, it gives me great pleasure and comfort. I wouldn't worry too much about people judging you, I certainly don't.