Having what seems like a solid theory is most likely just a hypotheses. You need to put it to the test over and over again to know if it’s correct. That experience of knowing it’s true is what empowers you.

Unproven thoughts may feel empowering, but that’s just a feeling—an illusion—until tested.

Once you’ve done the experiment or done the math and triple-checked it, you can stand by the results. It doesn’t matter what anyone else says.