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Writing often felt like staring at a blank page, waiting for the spark of an idea that often never came. This paralysis led to a vicious cycle of negative thoughts about my abilities. Schools focus more on memorization and rewriting rather than teaching how to think creatively. We become conditioned to put in minimal effort just for good grades, but real-world success does not reward such compliance—rather, it punishes lack of authenticity.
After spending almost five years writing and sharing my thoughts online—without an academic background—I have cultivated insights on how to be an original thinker. This guide outlines not just academic lessons, but rather philosophical approaches on how to explore and articulate ideas effectively.