We have the power to make the world a better place, but only by first becoming rulers of ourselves - words of inspiration for becoming more than you were the day before. Simple Mathematics is an illustrated motivational guide that pushes readers to become winners in life. While serving Chicago's homeless community, author and illustrator Gregory Buissereth noticed major patterns in unfortunate circumstances: poor mentorship and lack of guidance. Education, positive influences, and counsel could help prevent toxic behavioral cycles - sadly these resources are often first to go when public funding gets cut in major urban cities. Simple Mathematics is a collection of lessons gathered over the years. Proverbs that empower the youth to be the best version of themselves, while acting as a simple guide to stay on the right track and do better. Bits of knowledge the author wished he had throughout his teenage life, ranging from mental and physical health to financial stability and life's passions. Simple Mathematics makes self-improvement easy to digest no matter your age.