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Practice running systems in degraded mode during normal
Practice running systems in degraded mode during normal conditions to rehearse partial failure before real constraints force it.
Why This Is a Principle
Derives from Mental rehearsal activates the same neural circuits used (mental rehearsal activates execution circuits) and Expert performance in complex domains requires deliberate (deliberate practice at edge of ability with feedback). This principle prescribes deliberate practice of system degradation. It's counterintuitive but actionable guidance that follows from understanding skill development and stress performance.