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Feedback Loops: The Engines of Change
How reinforcing and balancing loops shape every system
Every system is driven by loops — but do you know which loops are running your life?
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Reinforcing loops amplify change — like compound interest, the more you have, the more you gain.
Balancing loops resist change and seek equilibrium, like a thermostat that corrects when temperature drifts.
Understanding feedback loops reveals why small habits compound and why quick fixes often backfire.
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