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title: The Pendulum and the Prediction Error: How the Human Organism Evolves Through Crisis
description: What if global instability is a natural phase in the evolution of humanity’s collective organism? Dr Etienne van der Walt proposes this timely provocation here.
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# The Pendulum and the Prediction Error: How the Human Organism Evolves Through Crisis

What if global instability is a natural phase in the evolution of humanity’s collective organism? Dr Etienne van der Walt proposes this timely provocation here.

[Dr Etienne van der Walt](https://blog.neurozone.com/author/dr-etienne-van-der-walt)

 May 12, 2025

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Why are chaos and polarization rising?

In this powerful article, neurologist Dr. Etienne van der Walt argues that today’s global crises aren’t breakdowns—they’re signals from a stressed human system correcting itself. The rise of narcissistic leaders, identity politics, and cultural overcorrections all stem from deep “prediction errors.”

The answer isn’t another swing—it’s resonant leadership. Discover how moderated visionaries can guide us toward a more resilient, balanced future:

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