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Artificial Intelligence Masterclass

Be your own Alien Zookeeper - How to live after AGI - Introducing Radical Alignment

Feb 13, 2025
Imagine a future shaped by advanced AI, where traditional jobs may fade away. The conversation explores how to navigate this shift and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing our physical needs in this new reality. Through the idea of a caring alien zookeeper, it advocates for 'body-first living' to enhance self-care. By integrating principles from Ikigai and therapeutic lifestyle changes, listeners are introduced to radical alignment as a path to improved health and fulfillment in an increasingly automated world.
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  • Emphasizing body-first living promotes overall health by prioritizing sleep, nutrition, exercise, and time in nature over societal productivity pressures.
  • The potential transformation of work necessitates a shift in the social contract as individuals adapt to evolving economic structures and align with intrinsic values.

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Embracing Body-First Living

Prioritizing the needs of the body is essential for a fulfilling life, often termed body-first living. This concept emphasizes the importance of sleep, nutrition, exercise, and time spent in nature, encouraging individuals to honor their physical well-being over societal pressures for productivity. The idea suggests that people need to treat themselves as they would under the care of a benevolent alien zookeeper, advocating for lifestyle changes that promote overall health rather than conforming to conventional demands. Although it may seem simple, adhering to body-first principles can be challenging due to ingrained habits and social norms.

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