This is the essence of the method described in the link, and the ability to pull...

bjarneh · on Oct 25, 2021

> How one acquires mathematical maturity is the matter of some debate.

The asterisk method just reminded me about this (how to draw an owl):

drivers99 · on Oct 25, 2021

If you stop at step 5 and ignore the rest, including step 10 which includes asking people who can help you understand.

cratermoon · on Oct 25, 2021

Then why isn't that step 6, or step 5a? "Think about it until you understand it" is really not helpful advice.