The Second Principle: Minimal Effort

The second principle of the Minimum Energy Principle states that when given the choice between two equally effective solutions, the one that requires the least amount of effort should always be chosen.

This principle is particularly useful when working with lazy physicists, who are notorious for their aversion to manual labor.

Example use cases include:

• Choosing the path with the fewest number of stairs when walking to the cafeteria.
• Opting for the easier button to press when using the copier.
• Deciding to eat the food that requires the least amount of cooking time.