polymathwannabe comments on Open thread, 7-14 July 2014 - Less Wrong

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Comment author: [deleted] 07 July 2014 06:18:53PM 3 points [-]

I'm living in rural Alabama for the next five years with little opportunity for mental challenge outside of my job. The only local groups of notable interests are our Rotary Club (which would really only bring a networking benefit) and our Trailmasters (from whom I can learn gardening and horticulture). I'd like to take part in more rationality related activities, both for the self improvement and the community benefits. Are there any suggestions for useful activities or groups I might join that can help? With so many meetup groups, I'm sure I can't be the only one living in isolated conditions. I'd like to hear from others how they beat the duldrums.

Comment author: polymathwannabe 07 July 2014 06:27:43PM 0 points [-]

Two words: online go.

Comment author: [deleted] 07 July 2014 07:22:57PM *  3 points [-]

Oh, absolutely. I fully mean to utilize my internet connection for it's intended purpose: long distance community. Mainly, I'm curious what specific online communities or projects or activities are used by fellow LWers. Especially those in similar living situations. At the moment, the only rational communities I really know about are here, CFAR, and MIRI. Obviously, I've already joined the former, and I'm considering what, if anything, I could do with the latter two.

Comment author: Ben_LandauTaylor 08 July 2014 05:29:00PM 0 points [-]

The LW study hall seems relevant.

Comment author: [deleted] 08 July 2014 07:33:54PM 0 points [-]

I'm considering how I can use it. I've checked it out before. I'd prefer to utilize the study hall for a specific project, which, at this moment, I don't yet have. Still, a handy resource.