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LessWrong post questions human alignment with own goals

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The LessWrong post "Humans are not aligned either" explores the concept of human alignment, questioning whether humans themselves are truly aligned with their own long-term goals or values. The author suggests that human behavior and decision-making processes may not always reflect a coherent or consistent alignment, even within individuals. This perspective invites a re-examination of what it means for an agent, human or artificial, to be aligned. AI

IMPACT Prompts reflection on the nature of alignment, relevant for AI safety research and philosophy.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece discussing AI safety concepts from a philosophical perspective.

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LessWrong post questions human alignment with own goals

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  1. LessWrong (AI tag) TIER_1 English(EN) · becausecurious ·

    Humans are not aligned either

    <p><i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Epistemic status: I don't know much about AI alignment. This is just me thinking out loud.</span></i></p><p><i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">AI use: grammar and minor fixes.</span></i></p><p><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Re…

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