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System resilience is necessary for sustainability from "summary" of Thinking in Systems by Donella H. Meadows

System resilience is necessary for sustainability because it allows a system to adapt and persist through unexpected disturbances. Resilience is what keeps a system functioning within a certain range of conditions, despite external shocks or internal changes. It is the ability of a system to bounce back from disruptions, to absorb and integrate new information, and to continue evolving. In a world where change is constant and unpredictable, resilience is essential for the long-term viability of any system. Without resilience, a system is vulnerable to collapse when faced with stressors or challenges that it cannot withstand. A system that lacks resilience is fragile, rigid, and prone to failure when conditions shift or when unexpected events occur. Systems that are resilient have the capacity to absorb disturbances, to learn from them, and to use that knowledge to improve and adapt. Resilience is not about preventing change or avoiding challenges; it is about being able to resp...
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    Thinking in Systems

    Donella H. Meadows

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