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The Proof with Simon Hill

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The Power of Social Tipping Points

Social tipping points can lead to rapid and significant changes in society due to the conformist nature of human beings, who often side with the status quo. This conformity can result in quick adoption or rejection of behaviors, such as the drastic reduction in public smoking seen in recent years. Complex systems, like society, have tipping points that can be reached swiftly, with societal tipping points being reinforced by people's tendency to conform to social norms.

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