Bias Towards Action

July 21, 2023


Your 20s is the time do do random and unexpected things.

If you're hesitant or overthinking about doing something, bias towards action, apply the regret minimization framework.

Action can mean many things, but the fundamental idea is to do cool shit.

Experiment with different paths.

Step out of your comfort zone.

Action creates possibility for failure, and thus growth.

Action encourages you to take risks, and operating at the edge of your abilities is where you can succeed.

I've been optimizing for fun and action this entire summer.

It's helped expand my worldview, experience the tech scene not through a screen but in person, and build my social skills.