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"Le hasard est indiscernable d'un effort compliqué et non dirigé"

Nassim Nicholas Taleb

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Sometimes, our actions might seem like they have no clear plan or goal. Just like a painter who throws different colors on a canvas without thinking much, the end result can look chaotic. However, people who see the painting might think there was a lot of thought and creativity behind it. In a similar way, if someone keeps trying different things without a clear strategy, it might look like they are putting in a lot of effort, but in reality, they're just doing things randomly. For example, if you want to be healthier but you don’t follow any specific diet or exercise plan, you might try running one day, swimming the next, and eating various foods without much thought. To others, it might look like you are very dedicated, but it won't necessarily lead to real results. To apply this idea to your life, focus on setting clear, achievable goals and create a plan to reach them. This way, your efforts will be more directed and effective, rather than just seeming like a lot of work to others.

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Chaos Complexity Disorder Effort Intricacy Philosophy Randomness Uncertainty
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