How to Expect the Unexpected: The Science of Making Predictions and the Art of Knowing When Not To

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Prediction (especially weather forecasting) is also cursed by people not understanding probability and by chaos; Yates gives a brief history of meteorology, from sailors’ tales to modern supercomputing, that puts these curses in context. Unless specified, our public events are suitable for ages 15 and above. However for most events, younger children are more than welcome to attend with parental permission. How often do things in our lives go exactly as we planned? Even a run to the grocery store never turns out quite as we imagine. How often do you plan out every nuance and run through every imaginable scenario in your mind? Do you create expectations as a way to feel in control of those situations? The reality is this: you have little or no control over any of it. What will happen is going to happen regardless of how well you have planned, and worrying about the future only causes anxiety.

Via the chat box. The host will keep you updated between 5 mins before the start and the cut off time of 15 minutes after the start. Fascinating and fun – from the everyday to global challenges, Kit Yates shows us how to peer into the crystal ball of mathematics and predict the future. Kit is a real, mathematical clairvoyant – and he can teach you to be one, too! If you read this book, I can comfortably predict you will be better at avoiding deception, foretelling the future – and changing your mind.’ Alice Roberts (Author of Ancestors) ‘Spend some time with this book and you’re likely to make better judgements and decisions, to see through the charlatans and snake-oil salespeople – and perhaps even to fool yourself a little less.’ Philip Ball (Author of Critical Mass) ‘An exciting new voice in the world of science communication’ Marcus Du Sautoy (Professor for the public understanding of science at the University of Oxford and Author of The Creativity Code) It is childish to be surprised by something that you knew exists or is possible. ~ Mokokoma Mokhonoana. Related: Take a Deep Breath Quotes and Sayings to Inspire You and Unexpected Love Quotes and Sayings for Your Sweetheart Thoughtful Expect the Unexpected QuotesYates’ writing is a beacon of clarity sorely needed in a complicated and confusing world.’ Jim Al Khalili (Author of The Joy of Science )

You can use "expect the unexpected" in a sentence like this: "Even when you play by the rules, it's crucial to expect the unexpected, as life is full of surprises." If you think that the occasional furry visitor is no big deal, remember that a rat population can explode from a pair of innocent young lovers to an extended family of a thousand in just 12 months. This is just one of many reasons that home emergency insurance policies exist. Is it an emergency? In the meantime, as we wait for the project's completion, we must expect the unexpected and prepare for any obstacles. It felt as if Jesus sat down next to me on that empty picnic table and wrapped His arm around my shoulder. “Give this to me, and lets you and I go on that hike.” A vivid, wide-ranging and delightful guide to the light and the dark side of prediction. ’ Tim Harford (Presenter and Author of How to Make the World Add Up)Inviting God to walk with us on life’s journey can help us to give up a lot of stress. I often imagine life as a hike — I have no idea what the trail is like or where it leads, but God knows every step. How frustrated am I going to be if I try to guide when I haven’t even read the map? Instead, trusting God to lead me through the valleys and peaks will relieve me of a lot of stress. When we focus on God and not the challenges in front of us, our perspective shifts.Expecting the unexpected gives us so much freedom. Words To Live By