In chaos, everything is in the air, and everyone is nervously waiting, trying to catch something before it hits the ground. Once it hits the ground, it’s over. It doesn’t work like it once did.
Many hate chaos because of the uncertainty, because the next thing can’t be predicted. They want things to stay consistent, organized, and without much change. To them, peace and stability are the ultimate goal.
Few thrive in chaos because it’s tough. It shakes things up and disrupts the order. Instead of shrinking in fear, these people grow from chaos. They adapt to the new situations quickly, and embrace them.
To thrive in chaos is to have an antifragile approach to life; to benefit from every challenge and be a bit better; to view every chaotic situation as an opportunity. And to remain adaptable to the new changes that chaos brings.
Winston Churchill thrived amidst the wickedness of war. In the darkest hour, when others wished to abandon ship, Churchill argued against it and convinced his country to keep fighting against Germany.
Theodore Roosevelt took on powerful monopolies during his time. Even as president, Roosevelt faced hard times. But his antifragile attitude helped establish new rules for the game. And his progressive reforms helped the U.S. become more influential on the global stage.
Breakthroughs emerge from times of turbulence, and no progress is without risk.
Here’s my inspiration for the day.