We may be on the direct path to AGI and then ASI - the singularity could happen within the next 5-20 years. If you survive to reach it, the potential upside is immense, daily life could become paradise.

With such high stakes, ensuring personal survival until the singularity should be a top priority for yourself and those you care about.

I've created V1 of the Singularity Survival Guide, an evidence-based resource focused on:

Identifying the highest-probability preventable causes of death/injury in the near term
Providing the highest-ROI risk mitigation strategies
Outlining preparations for potential societal instability
Presenting information in a shareable, memetic format

Top Risks to Mitigate

🚗 Car & Pedestrian Accidents

The #1 daily threat most people underestimate. Key mitigations include driving less when possible, choosing vehicles with top safety ratings, avoiding high-risk driving times, making phones inaccessible while driving, never driving impaired, and walking near cars carefully.

💊 Drug Overdose

A risk crossing all demographics with fentanyl contamination involved in 68% of overdoses. Effective mitigations include testing substances, never mixing depressants, keeping naloxone available, using a buddy system, and starting with small amounts to gauge potency.

🧠 Suicide

A preventable tragedy with clear warning signs. Mitigation strategies include restricting access to lethal means, treating mental health conditions proactively, maintaining strong social connections, limiting substance use during emotional crises, and creating safety plans.

💥️ Violence & Intentional Harm

Situational awareness can save your life. Key preventions include protection measures, exiting unsafe relationships at the first sign of physical abuse, practicing situational awareness, de-escalating conflicts, and avoiding high-risk locations.

🦠 Infections

From respiratory illnesses to potential pandemics. Mitigations include vaccinations, HEPA filters, maintaining supplies of masks and essentials, and seeking prompt treatment for worsening infections.

❤️ Heart Disease & Stroke

High-ROI prevention includes smoking cessation, blood pressure control, Mediterranean diet, regular exercise, appropriate medications, weight management, and knowing warning signs.

Broad preparation plans

To increase resilience during technological transition periods:

Be Informed: Develop situational awareness,

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Eric Zeigenbein

Eric Zeigenbein