The One You Feed The Secret to Learning & Problem-Solving in Life with Ben Orlin
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Feb 25, 2025 
Join math teacher and author Ben Orlin, known for making math engaging and humorous, as he shares insights on learning through struggle. He reveals how challenges can actually signify growth and discusses the fears surrounding math. Ben emphasizes the importance of humor and play in problem-solving, and how stepping back can lead to clearer solutions. He connects happiness to our expectations, highlighting the need for a fresh perspective on personal growth, all delivered with charm and wit.
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Exploring Math Problems
- Explore a math problem before solving it.
- Understand what a solution would look like and the obstacles involved.
Problem Difficulty
- Difficulty of math problems isn't always apparent.
- Simple problems can be hard, and complex ones can be easier than they seem.
Fermat's Last Theorem
- Fermat's Last Theorem, a simple equation, took 350 years to solve.
- This demonstrates that seemingly simple problems can be incredibly challenging.
