How are they related to research?how are the 2 quotations connected?

The first quote is talking about solving a large problem by focusing on the small issues and not get overwhelmed. So it's just like researching the small details and not looking at the big picture. The second quote is kind of opposite. It is talking about how people are unable to be open minded as they get older so little kids are able to understand and be more open the the big issues in life without zooming in on the small, trivial problems that adults are so consumed with