NTGNTP (6th Draft): DATA Part 5.6.0

6. On linear thinking:

For any system, the sum of its parts are different from the whole, not merely greater. Fallacies adopted by linear thinking result in failure to comprehend complex systems. Linear systems exist almost exclusively on paper, the remainder are special instances of a more general case. Mathematically a system with more than two bodies has no exact solution. Larger systems produce perturbations. Superposition will only simplify linear cases. Conspiracies rarely succeed for this same reason. A maxim for power: events must be reacted appropriately and exploited for maximum advantage. However, the illusion of conspiracy can serve a useful mask for inadequacies and portrayal of greater power. It's simple to claim responsibility after the fact. Image has been promoted equivalent to reality. The territory is not the map. One may exploit those failing to see otherwise, which is basic advertising principle. Linear thinking sells by reduction. Acceptance is a learned response become automatic. This cornerstone may be undermined. The population will not be educated. Most do not wish to listen. Simply use that which has been provided to different ends. Carpe Diem.

One might choose following general trends to their obvious conclusion, then insert it undoing or undermining. Be mindful, the longer lasting trends are most entrenched and difficult to influence. Random variables may intercede. One may see the forest, but the details may prove elusive. Larger trends should serve as a guide. Victory is always dependant upon resources. Rigidity must be avoided, while celebrating uncertainty. Delusions are for tools. The ease may prove laughable.