Wow, what an incredible talk! I can't believe this has so few comments; Alicia Juarrero's insights into complexity theory and the role of constraints are mind-blowing. Her ability to navigate the intricacies of complex systems, from brains to societies, is truly impressive. Juarrero's emphasis on the importance of constraints in understanding these systems is groundbreaking (although not necessarily "new" considering if delve into Aristotelian hylomorphism) . It's a refreshing perspective that challenges the traditional focus on linear causation, highlighting instead the dynamic interplay of constraints that shape the behavior and organization of complex phenomena. "Context Changes Everything: How Constraints Create Coherence," seems like a must-read for anyone interested in delving deeper into the fascinating world of complex systems. I appreciate how she not only introduces these concepts but also provides a roadmap for navigating them, acknowledging that thinking across levels of organization can be challenging....some real examples not just hypothetical speculations. (eg what might get in Hegel) Love to see how these ideas integrate practically with work of Michael Levine and biomorphology.
Wow, what an incredible talk! I can't believe this has so few comments; Alicia Juarrero's insights into complexity theory and the role of constraints are mind-blowing. Her ability to navigate the intricacies of complex systems, from brains to societies, is truly impressive.
Juarrero's emphasis on the importance of constraints in understanding these systems is groundbreaking (although not necessarily "new" considering if delve into Aristotelian hylomorphism) . It's a refreshing perspective that challenges the traditional focus on linear causation, highlighting instead the dynamic interplay of constraints that shape the behavior and organization of complex phenomena.
"Context Changes Everything: How Constraints Create Coherence," seems like a must-read for anyone interested in delving deeper into the fascinating world of complex systems. I appreciate how she not only introduces these concepts but also provides a roadmap for navigating them, acknowledging that thinking across levels of organization can be challenging....some real examples not just hypothetical speculations. (eg what might get in Hegel)
Love to see how these ideas integrate practically with work of Michael Levine and biomorphology.
Thanks!