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Should You Reverse Any Advice You Hear?
Scott Alexander discusses how people tend to seek advice that reinforces their existing tendencies and proposes considering the opposite of appealing advice.
11 min read 1,595 words
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All Debates Are Bravery Debates
Scott Alexander argues that many debates are 'bravery debates' where different groups need opposing advice, making it challenging to target advice effectively.
14 min read 2,052 words