Thank you for sharing your perspective, I have heard many people sharing similar intuitions.
And I agree, EA events often lack a certain humanity. Even local groups are supposed to be outreach vehicles first, and only some try to also be communities of mutual support.
That said, less official community-driven grassroots events feel much better. I’ve been to a bunch here in Germany. But yes, EA-branded events can feel inhumanely corporate and soulless.
I try to do my part by bringing humanity where I can and I encourage anyone reading this to be thoughtful in their interactions with the community.
Thank you for sharing your perspective, I have heard many people sharing similar intuitions. And I agree, EA events often lack a certain humanity. Even local groups are supposed to be outreach vehicles first, and only some try to also be communities of mutual support.
That said, less official community-driven grassroots events feel much better. I’ve been to a bunch here in Germany. But yes, EA-branded events can feel inhumanely corporate and soulless.
I try to do my part by bringing humanity where I can and I encourage anyone reading this to be thoughtful in their interactions with the community.