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In form this post seems similar to many of Eliezer's backwards-looking posts. However, it seems to be missing an interesting insight or otherwise a bit that makes it relevant to the reader.
Answer the question: "So what?"
He is going through an ad-hoc ritualistic process of conversion to a new psychological tribe. He is publicly shaming his past self for its folly, which serves as a mild form of hazing. This is the most effective way of changing identity related beliefs that I am aware of.