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Does a humanities nerd stand to benefit from reading Taleb's Incerto series?

>> No.16318193

>>16317115
Bump

>> No.16318614

sure, but mostly antifragile

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>>16317115
Everyone stands to benefit, it is a guide to life itself

>> No.16319146

Only for enjoyment. Read Thinking, Fast and Slow instead.

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>>16317115
Yes.

The normie answer is "just read Antifragile" but I think Black Swan is the best of the Incerto. It accurately describes the problem and from there anyone with a three digit IQ can figure out the solution.

The best part of Taleb is he presents a strong critique of the "muh rationalism" Virgins who try to remove all uncertainty of their lives. Rather than being a knowledge nerd learn how to harness uncertainty for your benefit.

Become a Convex Chad.