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A key philosophical point revolves around the resilience of individual agency in opposition to crowd dynamics. Drawing from thinkers like Gustav Labon and others, the author emphasizes that the individual will always triumph over the crowd—if one has the resolve to stand apart. History demonstrates that major societal shifts historically originate from singular, committed individuals resisting conformity. Yet, modern society's obsession with committees, consensus, and collective approval erodes individual responsibility and initiative, leading to stagnation and mediocrity.