Principlev1PR-859
When attempting to change a system stabilized by negative…
When attempting to change a system stabilized by negative feedback, modify the set point rather than fighting the corrective response.
Why This Is a Principle
Derives from The behavior of a system arises from its structure… (system behavior arises from structure) and Every system is perfectly designed to get the results… (systems are designed to get their results). Senge's teaching that 'the harder you push, the harder the system pushes back' leads to the prescription: don't overpower the loop, change what it's stabilizing around. This is actionable guidance derived from understanding balancing loops.