Comment by 23B1

Comment by 23B1 2 days ago

3 replies

That's ethical egoism, not rationalism.

Considering the second- and third-order effects of one's own decisions is obligatory in civilized society.

Spivak 2 days ago

Of course, how could I forget. My DNA is also used for medical research so I'm helping develop novel treatments to all manners of genetic diseases, and helping my future relatives uncover health risks.

  • 23B1 2 days ago

    blind optimism

    • Spivak 2 days ago

      Negativity bias.

      Years ago I would have agreed with you but I have my anxiety under control now.