The Feedback Loop

A feedback loop is a process where the output of a system influences its future inputs, creating a cycle. For example, in climate change, higher temperatures can increase the melting of ice, which reduces Earth's reflectivity and causes more heat absorption, further warming the planet. Similarly, in a business, customer reviews (output) impact product improvements (input), leading to better products and more satisfied customers. Feedback loops can either reinforce changes (positive feedback) or help stabilize a system (negative feedback). They are essential in understanding how systems maintain balance or evolve over time.