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A batch of the best highlights from what Tristan's read, .

The scriptures should not be read literally, says Philo, but as containing hidden truths, waiting to be found by those with the patience and will to discover them.

Philosophy 100 Essential Thinkers

Philip Stokes

What is it that causes some people to slide into unwanted habits and enables others to enjoy the compounding effects of good ones?

Atomic Habits

James Clear

And the way things are going, I can't say with confidence that mere token predictors *won't* have the ability to internally simulate agents soon. For the purposes of safety, the fact that your AGI isn't "actually" malevolent while playing a malevolent role isn't comforting.

Why I Think Strong General AI Is Coming Soon

lesswrong.com

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