John_Maxwell_IV comments on "Epiphany addiction" - Less Wrong

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Comment author: John_Maxwell_IV 03 August 2012 07:38:47PM 2 points [-]

I think epiphanies are best thought of as fuel that gives you a short burst of "actual power", whatever that means.

Comment author: David_Gerard 04 August 2012 04:51:25PM *  0 points [-]

Reminding you to get off your arse, yeah. I have a few favourites (e.g.) that I find useful for this.

I enjoy LW and it does remind me to try not to be stupid. As I've noted, I'm not entirely sure the outside view would see any practical effects.