I was able to evaluate some of my behaviors in a more rational fashion, from a better cost/benefit viewpoint, and I was able to cognitively model and evaluate my behavior better, which was a significant help in getting rid of some unhealthy habits.
LessWrong helped a lot with my self-education too, being a source of inspiration and motivation and pointing me towards some cool educational resources I didn’t know about previously.
Found quite a lot of interesting fiction to read through LessWrong, too.
Useful advice on combating akrasia.
Helped me to systematize what I know about philosophy.
Overall, I feel that LessWrong made a noticeably significant positive impact on my life.
I was able to evaluate some of my behaviors in a more rational fashion, from a better cost/benefit viewpoint, and I was able to cognitively model and evaluate my behavior better, which was a significant help in getting rid of some unhealthy habits.
LessWrong helped a lot with my self-education too, being a source of inspiration and motivation and pointing me towards some cool educational resources I didn’t know about previously.
Found quite a lot of interesting fiction to read through LessWrong, too.
Useful advice on combating akrasia.
Helped me to systematize what I know about philosophy.
Overall, I feel that LessWrong made a noticeably significant positive impact on my life.