Natural systems like forests have developed ecological tactics to ensure the maximum conservation of energy based on their local resource base. To the extent the individual can succeed is based on their point in time along the succession continuum of a forest stand.

Bitcoin very much models a natural system like a forest. We have different people, and network participants at different stages of development.

Over time the forest projects itself in the way that it can ensure maximal resilience over the long run. Individuals compete for resources, and resilience in aggregate grows.

The individual benefits the collective.