> i don’t think it’s that you’re dumb, i think it’s that you’re missing background knowledge the author expects, so it will take more time for you to understand

> i don’t think it’s that you’re dumb, i think it’s that you’re missing background knowledge the author expects, so it will take more time for you to understand. I really do hope it's the case :). But regarding missing background knowledge the author expects it is definitely true! Thank you for replying and I wish best of luck with your efforts!