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What does it mean?
Theories that contradict human nature are destined to fail.
In plain terms
If an idea goes against how humans really are, it will not work.
What can you take from it?
Align ideas with human nature to avoid failure.

Where it applies

  • policy making
  • product design
  • relationship advice

Putting it to work

  • test ideas against human behavior
  • study psychology before planning

Questions to consider

  • What theories ignore human reality?
  • How do you account for human nature?

Another view

Human nature can evolve or vary culturally.

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