What was your favorite subject in school?
I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t enchanted by numbers. It all started in primary school when a wise teacher told me, “If you love math, math will love you back.” I was only ten, but those words stuck with me.
Of course, it wasn’t always easy. One teacher tried to drill multiplication tables into my head, but that wasn’t the way to my heart. It was a bit like trying to force a friendship! Luckily, a few years later, I met a truly inspiring teacher who ignited my passion for math. She encouraged me to think critically and explore new ideas, and her motto, “Think! It might be a new experience!” has stayed with me ever since.
Thanks to her, I discovered a love for problem-solving and logical thinking. This led me to pursue a degree in Industrial Engineering, where I faced many challenges, including some seriously tough math courses. I even threw a textbook against the wall in frustration once or twice! But through it all, my love for math kept me going.
Today, I’m grateful for the journey that math has taken me on. It’s a universal language that transcends cultures and borders. Whether I’m crunching numbers or simply admiring a beautiful equation, I’m always amazed by its power and elegance.
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I’ve always admired people who can remain focused on numbers. It all goes blurry to me. Growing up and now, I’m the one fascinated by words.
Words are that which set our last vest in motion and determine the quality of our questions. Numbers would be of little importance if we did not have words to describe the numbers and formulas.
I love the way that the universe can only be explored by numbers then you use words to make sense of it. A maths teacher taught me that.
What a beautiful lesson for you and a legacy to leave for the teacher. Thank you for paying it forward in sharing with me.