very true, that the next concept we grasp is the building blocks upon which the next is built.

This is what makes bitcoin and all complex math difficult, but very rewarding for those who suddenly "get it" (understand/comprehend the concept). Knowing math will only help you in your other creative paths mbj.

this quote stuck out

The exponential and disruptive growth of Blockchain will come from the convergence of public and private Blockchains to an ecosystem where firms, customers and suppliers can collaborate in a secure, auditable and virtual way.

This is the vision of tomorrow. Public blockchains are there (value,payments,security chains) and every private company has their own chain or is integrated into a public chain to gain the obvious security advantages for their business.