10 Great Life Lessons from Albert Einstein A brilliant man who was passionately curious about the mysteries of science, Albert Einstein changed the world as the most influential physicist of the 20th century. He developed the general theory of relativity (e = mc2), now considered the cornerstone of modern physics. Einstein received the Nobel Prize in Physics "for his services to theoretical physics, and especially for his discovery of the law of the photoelectric effect." He wrote hundreds of books and articles. Einstein was also a great philosopher and moral leader. Here are his 10 life lessons: 1. Follow Your Curiosity: "I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." Curiosity helps to fuel our imagination. When we ask questions of others, we can find out important information to help us solve problems, open new doors and form connections. When we ask questions of ourselves, we can shake up our beliefs, reveal our innermost desires and make ...