Ohh to why

November 12, 2025

How would it be sitting in a room full of doctors and discussing with them about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) you would get blank right? That is what I exactly used to feel when I was in conversation which I had no clue about? I felt I was dumb. 

Earlier, approaching business and new projects felt overwhelming. In conversations about entrepreneurial ideas, such as that moment with my relative, I found myself caught off-guard by questions I hadn’t thought of and if I’m honest, I wasn’t even curious to find out the answers later. This lack of inquisitiveness made me feel disconnected from deeper learning opportunities, and sometimes led to self-doubt, like feeling blank in rooms where complex topics were discussed. I used to believe that not knowing something meant I just wasn’t smart enough, and as a result, I’d avoid challenging topics or stay on familiar ground, Sometimes. I would just agree to get past the topic. This hesitancy limited the scope of my professional and personal development, making every unfamiliar situation feel like a personal setback, instead of an opportunity.

My parents always used to ask me deep questions even if i wasn’t interested they would keep asking me cross questions which helped me think deeper. As I grew older I started feeling that being curious is not bad but actually the exact opposite.

Today, I notice clear signs of transformation. Through building my startup, Rootra, I’ve realized that real growth comes from asking questions at every stage whether it’s product development, market research or branding. Curiosity has become normal; it’s now reflexive for me to dig deeper for insights and strategies. Instead of feeling lost, I lean into conversations and problems, knowing that each question is a step toward progress. Accepting that answers don’t come easily and sometimes not at all has made me resilient. Now my answers went from ohh to why. I’ve let go of the fear of appearing ‘dumb’, and now see every gap in my knowledge as a chance to learn, adapt, and improve.

This new mindset means celebrating successes, but also embracing mistakes and uncertainty. My attitude towards both work and learning has shifted. I’m willing to experiment, eager to connect, and have grown confident in my ability to navigate unknowns. It’s liberating to accept discomfort as a catalyst for deeper exploration.

Going forward, my vision is to stay curious always. I want my professional journey to be guided by relentless questioning, allowing me to break into new markets, build innovative products, and create lasting impact. Personally, I aim to become the kind of person who thrives on learning, resilient enough to tackle big challenges and humble enough to keep expanding my horizons.

I’m excited by the possibility of leading conversations in spaces that once intimidated me. Rather than fearing what I don’t know, I now seek opportunities to grow from it, hoping to foster curiosity not just in myself but in those around me. The joy of progress, the fear of stagnation, and the hope for greater.

Now I have the guts to ask the doctors what ALS is:)

Taher Murutaza Nasikwala

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