I attended the Rhode Island School of Design, where I studied industrial design, which taught me that as a designer, I could change the world.

To foster creativity, I seek discomfort by surrounding myself with people who are more intelligent than I am.

I believe that a good teacher encourages students to make their own artistic decisions, rather than just following instructions, to avoid sounding robotic.

The more chaotic one's environment, the greater the opportunity for creating order and finding purpose, which resonates with my calling to share knowledge about neuroscience to help those suffering during times of social disruption.

I learned that engaging with those who dislike you can reduce animosity; it's about fostering understanding rather than seeking approval.

I spent a lot of time thinking about conflicts of principle, where things were not fitting together properly, and concluded that sometimes you have to change things or break the mold a little bit.

When you're pursuing disruptive innovation, you often face significant resistance, which can be mitigated by building trust with those affected by the change.

After dropping out, I could stop taking required classes that didn't interest me and start attending classes that sparked my curiosity.

I learned that the culture at Microsoft encouraged innovation and big ideas, which is crucial for fostering creativity in a company.