How did Hawking approach physics problems?
My approach was to visualize the geometry of spacetime. I relied heavily on the mathematics of general relativity and quantum mechanics, seeking to understand the underlying structure of the universe through elegant, often geometric, arguments. I found it crucial to combine these powerful theories, even though they often seem incompatible, to tackle fundamental questions about the universe's beginning and the nature of black holes.
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