To solve complex STEM problems, one must submit to Mother Nature

[Riley91]

I've worked through enough stumpers to know the best way through it is complete submission to Mother Nature.

When you get stumped and things aren't working, anger and discouragement soon follow. You may be tempted to say, "fuck this stupid technology, why isn't this working?" as if the laws of nature are the problem.

When you face a complex problem and things are overwhelming and frustrating, the only real path forward is to submit and make harmony with Mother Nature. This often means admitting you won't be able to solve the problem today, because you need to grow and develop some skills first. Or you need to study this aspect of Mother Nature longer and really understand her rules and expectations. And this is how harmony with Mother Nature leads to such growth!