1. Calibrate your scout mindset
Julia Galef’s book «The Scout Mindset» is one of my favourites this year so far. In it, she makes the case for a «scout mindset» that strives to constantly refine its map, rather than the all too common «soldier mindset» that defends entrenched beliefs. One key skill of the scout mindset she discusses is the ability to have the appropriate amount of confidence in your beliefs. On her website, she offers a quick test you can take to see how well calibrated you are. Take the test here.
2. In defence of net zero
A thoughtful riposte to the case against net zero I recommended last week. I like how the author lays out common ground and explicitly acknowledges the valid criticism before making his own point. At its core: «Net zero strategies do not have to be 100 per cent perfect to still deliver meaningful and rapid progress» + «Where is the alternative plan that is more credible than the admittedly flawed and imperfect attempt [of net zero]?». Read it now.