From Paul Graham
Articles · Life
Keep your identity small
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5 min
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About this piece
Graham argues that making beliefs part of your identity can make it harder to change your mind.
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These guides explain where to start and what to explore next.
- Stop living for approval →
Notice status games and make choices that feel like your own.
- Make better decisions →
Examine assumptions, incentives and risk before committing to a course.