If this thread is heading in the direction of maths...
I'll be off!
Now then, young man, there is nothing wrong with the study of Mathematics to give your mental agility full and free reign to expand.
Many mathematicians are excellant chess players. If you can combine this ability with a sense of humour, you can be regarded as a well-balanced individual. Unfortunately, Einstein would never have been a success on "The Comedy Store". I do not see myself as being akin to Mr. Spock on Startrek.
An old fusspot, maybe, but an old fusspot who can see humour in many apects of life.
Can you guess which was the subject that I obtained my "First" in at Manchester University in 1966? (This is not a part of the Cryptic Clue section on the Quiz Forum),