Philosophy For Our Times Longtermism SPECIAL: The next stage of effective altruism
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Feb 28, 2025 William MacAskill, a Scottish philosopher and author of "What We Owe the Future," joins James W. Lenman, a Professor of Philosophy and ethical theory critic, to delves deep into effective altruism and longtermism. They discuss whether we should sacrifice present well-being for a better future and examine the ethical implications of prioritizing future generations over current crises. The conversation challenges traditional views on job satisfaction, emphasizing social impact and the complexities of moral responsibility towards both people and nature.
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Effective Altruism Job Advice
- Focus on job features like independence, completion, variety, feedback, and contribution.
- These factors predict job satisfaction better than high income or low stress.
Money & Happiness
- Money does buy happiness, but its impact diminishes as income increases.
- Doubling a £30,000 salary only yields a 3% life satisfaction boost.
Good Stress vs. Bad Stress
- Some stress is good; it becomes fulfilling when work demands match abilities.
- Avoiding stress entirely can lead to boredom and lack of motivation.
