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The fragility of knowledge is a common theme.
A single flaw can unravel the most intricate of designs, reminding us of the fragility of perfection.
You can't be antifragile if you are not exposed to randomness.

From Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

In a world of platforms, agility and adaptability are critical for survival.
The extinction of species is a reminder of the fragility of life.
Some things benefit from shocks; they thrive and grow when exposed to volatility, randomness, disorder, and uncertainty.

From Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

To be antifragile is to be able to profit from disorder.

From Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

The forgotten room reminded us of the fragility of life.
The brain is the most complex organ in the body, but it is also the most fragile.
Start small, learn quickly, and use that knowledge to build a better product.

From The Lean Startup by Eric Ries

The larger the organization, the more efficient it becomes, but also more fragile.

From Scale by Geoffrey West

To be antifragile is to embrace uncertainty and thrive in it.

From Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Civilization is a fragile construct built on the complex interactions of countless components.
The human body is a curious thing; it is both fragile and resilient.
Every breath we take is a reminder of our fragility.
The brain is the most complex structure in the universe, and it is also the most fragile.
The fragile wants tranquility, the antifragile grows from disorder.

From Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb