You’ve (Likely) Been Playing The Game of Life Wrong

Ever wondered why life’s biggest wins and losses feel so wildly unpredictable? This video dives into the power law universe—where a few colossal events outweigh the zillions of tiny ones—and shows why normal averages fail us. From the mind-bending St. Petersburg paradox to fractals in forest fires and sandpiles, you’ll see how outliers and self-organized criticality dictate everything from earthquakes to business successes.

By the end, you’ll question whether you’re playing life by “normal” rules or embracing power-law thinking—spotting hidden risks, predicting rare catastrophes, and maybe even lighting controlled burns to prevent the next big blaze. It’s a wild ride through math, magnets, and marketplaces that might just change how you play the game.

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