I think about those working at MIRI or x-risk, in which they may see little to no benefit in their lifetime, and potentially only their grandchildren will reap the benefits.
I’m pursuing a somewhat longtermist project, but I’m having trouble staying motivated through obstacles and navigating through the “grind” right now. I was wondering what others have done to get through this or how they’ve stayed motivated when success can seem so far away? Especially if what they’re doing is really only going to help in the far future.
[Question] For those working on longtermist projects, how do you stay motivated in the short-term?
I think about those working at MIRI or x-risk, in which they may see little to no benefit in their lifetime, and potentially only their grandchildren will reap the benefits.
I’m pursuing a somewhat longtermist project, but I’m having trouble staying motivated through obstacles and navigating through the “grind” right now. I was wondering what others have done to get through this or how they’ve stayed motivated when success can seem so far away? Especially if what they’re doing is really only going to help in the far future.