Chapter 5 introduced us to the systems principles. However, before we start learning their application in Chapter 7 , it is helpful to start developing eyes for systems thinking in the world around us, such as in music, cartoons, games, sports, and movies. Evidence of system principles and cultures of systems thinking are already in play around us. Seeing how systems thinking plays out in everyday examples will make the systems principles much more tangible. Metaphors are a well-known method for effectively communicating complicated information. Let’s take a moment to look around! Can we spot examples of different systems principles at work by considering what engages us regularly? How did the country pop genre evolve? Why are South Park episodes so clever and funny? Why do we experience wildly different results when we play multiplayer games online? Where does the versatility of a deck of cards come from? What makes the heroes in action and adventure films memorable besides the stunt doubles and big budgets? What is the journey that pushes some to move to the dark side? Discovering the systems principles at play in the world around us is fascinating and a great way to learn how things connect and influence each other!