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The Science of Success
Artificial Intelligence, Cryogenics, & Procrastination with Wait But Why’s Tim Urban
Nov 7, 2023
Tim Urban, writer and creator of the blog Wait But Why, discusses the threat to humanity identified by Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Stephen Hawking. They explore the biology behind cryogenics and the concept of living forever. The psychology of procrastination is also explored, including the internal conflict between instant gratification and long-term planning.
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- Procrastination is a battle between the instant gratification monkey and the rational decision maker, requiring external pressure to overcome.
- Cryonics preserves bodies through vitrification for potential future revival, offering hope for those currently unable to be saved with present technology.
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The Battle in Our Brain: Procrastination and Instant Gratification
Procrastination is a common struggle caused by a battle between the rational decision maker and the instant gratification monkey in our brain. The monkey, living in the present moment, avoids tasks that require long-term thinking, while the rational decision maker understands the importance of balancing immediate desires with future goals. External pressure and accountability can help manage procrastination, but a sustainable long-term solution is still a challenge.
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