To grow and innovate, we must successfully manage in between short- and long-term planning, fast and slow thinking—certainty and uncertainty; we must adapt between these modes in any situation (when adaptability is needed). To hold our certainty lightly to learn is the ultimate flexible tension.

Friendship, bonding, cooperation, and cohesion are essential core qualities enabling success. How? They inform us we cannot become successful unless we work well with others. Earnestness binds friendship, bonding, cooperation, and cohesion. Therefore, being earnest is essential for reaching success.