the challenge of alignment is not only *knowing* right from wrong but internalizing it such that it feels good to do the right thing. this is why The Golden Rule is lindy- teaching us from childhood to merge self & other vectors increases our likelihood of altruistic actions,…
to my overly-scrupulous EA-susceptible friends, it's also important to internalize treating *yourself* with the same kindness you give to others. wish i'd learned this sooner & saved myself a world of suffering