Mathematical camouflage
At first glance, it seems some mathematical constructions and proofs are invented by coincidence or ingenuity that is not easily attainable by most people. However, this may be a camouflage produced by the ultimate beautiful proof appearing in a tome. The real story behind the scene could be the followings.
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Although there is a guidance from an initial sparkling thought, enclosing the logical loop is often achieved after many assiduous tries like those hard work done by Madame Curie.
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Facing the beautiful results during your study, you are learning from an ensemble of mathematicians’ theories accumulated for years.
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The thinking process may proceed in a reverse direction compared to the presented proof.
Realizing the above facts, the “sufferings” inflicted by mathematics can be relieved and turned into aesthetic enjoyment.