Finding Purpose, Taking Action
William shares his journey from climate activism to effective altruism, discussing the shift from self-hate to action-oriented solutions and the impact of giving on improving lives. He also touches on his academic aspirations and how he blended philosophy with social entrepreneurship.In this clip
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