How to Find Us: Go into this Del Taco. We will be in the back room if possible.

Parking is free in the lot out front or on the street nearby.

Discussion: Do improvisational acting and rationality go together? I think this link should be explored. Improvisation involves a special kind of relationship with System 1, which most people need to train in order to pull off well. As such, learning improv skills may improve fast reactions, particularly in social settings. Improv games are also good group bonding activities. We will play some improv games geared toward rationality skills, and discuss possible relationships between improv and rationality.

Recommended Reading:

• Improv tips: shorter, longer.
• CFAR exercise brainstorming threads: consequentialism, be specific, motivated cognition

No prior exposure to Less Wrong is required; this will be generally accessible.