This is actually a very important principle that science is learning about large systems like evolution and that futurists are learning about anticipating human society: just because a future scenario is plausible doesn't mean we can get there from here.

One of the functions of an organization, of any organism, is to anticipate the future, so that those relationships can persist over time.

Any believable prediction will be wrong. Any correct prediction will be unbelievable.

Clearly, we are self-made. We are the first technology. We are part inventor and part the invented

Willingness to learn is important, but willingness to act on what you learn is critical.

Nobody is as smart as everybody.

The young are always coming up with the good ideas; it's because they waste time. They follow their passion and do something, not looking for a payoff, just doing what's interesting.