Butterfly effect- Small actions have bigger impact

 “For want of a nail the shoe was lost, 

For want of a shoe the horse was lost,

For want of a horse the rider was lost,

For want of a rider the battle was lost,

For want of a battle the kingdom was lost,

And all for the want of a horseshoe nail.”

Benjamin Franklin

“The notion that small changes in the past via time travel can cause disproportionately large and unforeseeable consequences in the present.” 

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The butterfly effect is a concept in chaos theory which suggests that small changes in initial conditions can result in vastly different outcomes in complex systems.  The name comes from the idea that the flap of a butterfly's wings in one part of the world could, through a chain of cause-and-effect reactions, eventually cause a tornado in another part of the world.

The idea behind the butterfly effect is that small changes can have big consequences in complex systems. This concept can be applied to many areas, such as weather patterns, the stock market, and human behavior. It suggests that even small actions, decisions, or events can have far-reaching effects that are difficult to predict.

The butterfly effect is often used as a metaphor to describe the interconnectedness of all things and the idea that everything is connected to everything else. It also highlights the importance of taking small actions towards positive change, as these actions can have a ripple effect and lead to larger positive outcomes. However, the idea of the butterfly effect can also be traced back to the laws of karma.

Karma is a concept that originates from Bhagavad Gita. It is based on the idea that every action has consequences, and that these consequences can affect both the present and future lives of individuals. The laws of karma state that every action, whether good or bad, will eventually come back to the individual who performed it.

The butterfly effect can be seen as a manifestation of the laws of karma. Just as a small action like a butterfly flapping its wings can have a significant impact on the weather, a seemingly small action performed by an individual can have far-reaching consequences. For example, a kind word or deed towards someone may seem insignificant at the time, but it could have a positive impact on that person's life and the lives of those around them. Similarly, a hurtful action or word could have negative consequences that ripple outwards and affect others.

The laws of karma also suggest that the consequences of our actions may not always be immediate or obvious. Just as it may take time for the effects of a butterfly flapping its wings to be felt, the consequences of our actions may not be apparent until later on. This is why it is important to be mindful of our actions and to strive to act in a way that is positive and beneficial for ourselves and those around us.

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