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Should we aim for flourishing over mere survival? (with Will MacAskill)

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Navigating Value in Potential Futures

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between value, civilization, and resource limits, examining various philosophical perspectives on achieving better futures. It discusses the challenges of aggregating goods and bads in civilization's growth, emphasizing the potential for suffering to outweigh positive experiences. The conversation also delves into moral uncertainties and the importance of collective action in striving for desirable futures amidst complex ethical frameworks.

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