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Winston Churchill, a stalwart figure in history who navigated through the turbulence of the Second World War, famously stated, "Success means moving from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm." His words epitomize the peak of resilience—an ability to maintain one’s spirit in the face of recurrent setbacks. However, as we stride into a new era enriched with the wisdom of centuries and empowered by the democratization of artificial intelligence (AI), we have the opportunity to transcend resilience and build antifragility into our lives and societies.

Calvin Coolidge, inspired by his mentor Charles Edward Garman's neo-Hegelian philosophy, spoke of a standard of righteousness where true human relationships were cultivated through the law of service. This service emphasizes giving over taking, and recognizes that with the acquisition of wealth comes a profound duty to utilize it for the greater good. In today's rapidly changing world, this philosophy finds renewed relevance and urgency.

In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements, economic fluctuations, and societal transformations, the concept of antifragility—introduced by Nassim Nicholas Taleb—offers a powerful framework for navigating uncertainty. While often discussed in the context of organizations and economies, antifragility can be applied to personal growth, providing a pathway to not only withstand life’s adversities but thrive because of them. By transcending mere resilience, we can construct lives that gain strength from stressors, embracing challenges as catalysts for personal evolution.

For decades, technological advancement has driven economic and societal transformation at an unprecedented pace. Since Moore's Law was proposed, doubling CPU capabilities roughly every 18 months, we have witnessed the shift from a scarcity-driven economy to a surplus one, prompting much of humanity to transition into an era characterized by positive feedback loops and virtuous cycles. Despite the profound implications of this shift, traditional economists largely overlooked its significance.

Human history is a tapestry woven with periods of conflict and peace, shaped significantly by leaders whose visions have either united or divided societies. Steven Pinker, in his examination of human progress, argues that we have lived in a relatively peaceful era by historical standards, aided by advances in telecommunications and information technology that have brought global communities closer.

For much of history, leadership and societal ideals have been underscored by virtues centered around kindness, empathy, and inclusivity. These principles guided actions and policies, fostering communities where helping the disadvantaged, regardless of background, was a respected moral duty. However, in the not too distant past, this narrative has seen a significant shift.

The evolution of economics has been a tale of adaptation and relevance as new technologies continually reshape societies. Beginning with the agricultural and industrial revolutions, economics has methodically adjusted to describe, predict, and guide human financial behavior. However, a more rapid and profound transformation occurred starting in the 1970s with the onset of the Information Technology revolution, driven by personal computers, the internet, and later, smartphones.

Economics, as a discipline, has been pivotal in understanding, guiding, and predicting the ebb and flow of human societies through their financial and resource-based activities. The foundations laid by Adam Smith’s seminal work, "The Wealth of Nations," in 1776 established economics as a field integral to the formulation and evaluation of national and international policies. However, as economies transformed through subsequent centuries, propelled most recently by technological innovations, traditional economic models have struggled to keep pace.

Since the dawn of time, humanity has dreamt of changing the world. From Steve Jobs' unwavering belief in human potential to the iconic quote "Be the change you want to see in the world" by Mahatma Gandhi, history is filled with examples of individuals who dared to make a difference. Their stories teach us that conviction and capability are the cornerstones of achievement.

In the digital age, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force that reshapes numerous aspects of human life. Among its most promising applications is the potential to significantly enhance human intellectual capabilities. From sharpening skills in strategic games like chess and Go to revolutionizing learning and cognition, AI holds the promise of taking human intellect to unprecedented heights. As such, fostering widespread adoption of AI-driven tools to augment human capabilities not only seems logical but imperative.