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How Systems Quietly Break Humans - The Bed of Procrustes Explained

Most harm in modern life doesn’t come from cruelty. It comes from systems that are too certain of themselves. In this video, we explore The Bed of Procrustes by Nassim Nicholas Taleb — a quiet but unsettling critique of how models, averages, and “one-size-fits-all” thinking slowly erase human individuality. From education and productivity to policy, advice culture, and expert systems, we examine how well-intended structures can break people simply by refusing to adapt to reality. This is not a summary. It’s a conversation about: why simplification feels comforting how systems mistake efficiency for truth why “what works for most” often harms the rest and how intellectual humility may be the most human response If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fit this isn’t because you’re broken. It may be because the system was never built for you. Disclaimer This video is an independent educational commentary inspired by The Bed of Procrustes by Nassim Nicholas Taleb. All narration, analysis, and storytelling are original to Wise Alchemy. Viewers are encouraged to read the original text for deeper understanding. You're Listening to Wise Alchemy 🎧