The problem is that your current self probably objects to being modified in such a way.
Consider you were worried about an upcoming exam, and someone offered you a lobotomy, after which you wouldn't give a hoot about the exam anymore.
Your rejection to that probably translates to a rejection of the SMBC solution.
Consider you were worried about an upcoming exam, and someone offered you a lobotomy, after which you wouldn't give a hoot about the exam anymore.
Strawman. Note the stipulation in the comic:
You'd have pretty much the same personality as you do now.
This is not at all like wireheading or lobotomy. Care to do better?
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