Antifragile: Things that Gain from Disorder by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

“Antifragile: Things that Gain from Disorder” by Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a thought-provoking exploration of how systems, organizations, and individuals can thrive and grow stronger in the face of uncertainty, volatility, and chaos. Published in 2012, this book introduces the concept of “antifragility” as a counterpoint to the more familiar notions of resilience and fragility.

The core idea of “Antifragile” is that some things benefit from shocks and disruptions rather than being harmed by them. Taleb argues that systems and entities that are antifragile not only withstand adversity but actually become stronger and more resilient as a result. This concept challenges the prevailing wisdom that aims to eliminate risk and create predictability.