Figure Quote by Santiago Calatrava
“When I found I could not figure something out, I decided to learn about it, until I knew as much as I could. It's my way.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2015 Design Talk, Santiago Calatrava
When faced with a problem, I commit to deep study until I grasp it as fully as possible, reflecting my personal learning philosophy.
In simple terms: I study a problem until I understand it.
Key Takeaway
Embrace persistent learning.
Themes
learning
curiosity
self‑reliance
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- engineering projects
- academic research
- personal skill development
Key Concepts
design
problem solving
expertise
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance depth of study with timely decision‑making?
- When is enough learning enough?
A Different Perspective
It can be time‑consuming and may delay immediate action.
