Boxed in?

Phil in Arizona asks: "Is it smart to think outside the box?"


When cogitating is absolutely necessary it's better to do it in the privacy and safety of a box. When you venture outside a box to think you're opening yourself up to exposure of other people's stupid ideas. If you feel compelled to think outside a box it's best to stay in close proximity to it, in case a hasty retreat is required. Few people know that Einstein actually came up with all his best ideas thinking inside a box, allowing only Gunther his pet beaver in to sharpen his pencil when needed.