“How I feel about my GWWC Pledge” by Michael Townsend

I took the GWWC Pledge in 2018, while I was an undergraduate student. I only have a hazy recollection of the journey that led to me taking the Pledge. I thought I’d write that down, reflect on how I feel now, and maybe share it.In high-school, I was kind of cringeI saw respected people wear suits, and I watched (and really liked) shows like Suits.I unreflectively assumed I’d end up the same. The only time I would reflect on it was to motivate myself to study for my upcoming exams — I have memories of going to the bathroom as a 17-year old, looking at myself in the mirror, and imagining being successful. I imagined the BMW I might drive, the family I could provide for, and the nice house I could own. A lot of this was psychologically tied up in aspirations to be in great shape. I was [...] ---Outline:(00:20) In high-school, I was kind of cringe(02:09) In early university, I didn’t really know who I wanted to be(04:20) Then, I started giving(05:13) Then, I took the Pledge(07:09) Does how we feel about giving matter?--- First published: November 29th, 2023 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/sdNYqwaTJ5j4hGZit/how-i-feel-about-my-gwwc-pledge --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO.