philosophy

Why is it so important to have a well defined worldview and a strong philosophy?   You know that phrase: “think outside the box”. Well it always puzzled me, even if I use it more than I should, to be honest. I always imagine this box suspended in a void, floating,  and my thoughts, trapped inside, trying (and failing) to get out… but to go where? Anyway, it doesn’t make much sense but we all understand the deeper implications of…...