I believe that all ImOpen was saying is:
Steve's writings imply that he focuses almost entirely on targetted self-development experiences (Toastmasters, books about self-development etc.). If this is true, then Steve may be missing out on some less obvious avenues of self-development. Steve has stated that he reads almost no fiction, yet some of the most insightful books (and plays, etc.) on being human have been fiction. Other art (such as painting) also expresses humanness in a own unique way. The experiences that come with international travel are similarly great eye (and mind!) openers.
As far as I can see, ImOpen was just offering a way for Steve to step out of his comfort zone and experience an aspect of self-development that he may not have considered in his targetted self-development focus.
ImOpen admitted to having difficulty expressing himself in english, so I think we can cut him some slack if he didn't state it perfectly.
P.S. ImOpen I found "Self Development for Smart People" a little confronting at first too, but I think you'll find that it's as counter to the "For Dummies" series of books. ie. the "For Dummies" series imply that things are easy (any dummy can do them) whereas Steve is saying it'll take more work. I understand the play on words, but I wish he'd chosen different ones ; someone with an 80 IQ can be as dedicated to Self Development as a genius (and quite possibly more so).
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