Along with curiosity—which I agree is probably one of the most underrated adult traits in terms of the ability to learn new things—is cultivating the imaginatio

Along with curiosity—which I agree is probably one of the most underrated adult traits in terms of the ability to learn new things—is cultivating the imagination. Thinking up wild and vivid scenarios in your mind and playing around with ideas and experimenting with concepts is how I've gotten through most of the traditionally difficult subjects I've encountered so far.