About us
Greetings!
The purpose of the Rationality Book Club is to strengthen our own rationality using books as inspiration.
We define rationality as the recognition and acceptance of reason as one's only source of knowledge, judge of values, and guide to action.
This includes (1) epistemic rationality (using evidence and logic to achieve true beliefs) and (2) instrumental rationality (choosing actions that help, vs. hinder, achieving goals).
Improving our own rationality in our meetings and between meetings involves evaluating specific beliefs for their validity and helpfulness. The desired outcome of strengthening our rationality is more truth, happiness, and effectiveness in our daily lives!
At each event, we will discuss one or two chapters per week.
The bookclub culture is friendly, warm, understanding, and kind.
From the founder of the book club, Nicholas:
I've been strengthening my rationality primarily through cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for greater happiness and productivity. I started the Rationality Bookclub to expand my rationality skills while having fun with like-minded people.
As a learning specialist, I've given lots of workshops. I use those skills to promote organized and respectful discussions at the meetings.
Upcoming events
7
Past events
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