Math feels certain—but every proof begins with assumptions. When mathematicians allowed a number whose square is negative, a whole new system emerged. The old wasn’t wrong—it just wasn’t complete.

Question: Where might expanding my thinking help me see something deeper?

For centuries, Euclid’s geometry seemed complete—until one assumption was questioned. That courage opened the door to entirely new mathematical worlds. The same is true in life. Sometimes the barrier isn’t knowledge—it’s believing our framework is complete.

Question: Where might I need the courage to question my starting point?

Math seems to offer certainty—but it also teaches us to question it. A simple question like “What is 10 + 3?” reveals how answers can change when assumptions change. Sometimes disagreement isn’t faulty reasoning, but different starting points.

Question: Where might I be arguing over answers instead of understanding how we got there?