CLR's annual report 2021

Abstract

This article argues that for effective altruism, minimizing the number of hours one spends on fun, hobbies, and leisure activities is generally unwise and potentially dangerous. Using the author’s own experiences with mental health issues and breakdown, it is shown that aiming for the minimum amount of such activities can be harmful, as it increases the risk of burnout, hinders prioritization of important tasks, and leaves no room for flexibility when unexpected events occur. The author proposes that instead of pursuing the minimum, people should focus on prioritizing tasks and finding a sustainable pace of impact-oriented work. – AI-generated abstract.