Plan to be a slightly better, happier person in 2026

​Reflecting on 2025 and preparing for the year ahead!

​This event is for people who have engaged with the ideas of Effective Altruism for at least 10 hours (for example, by taking the introductory course or reading or listening to relevant material). The focus will be on incorporating doing good into one's life.

​Here's what we’ll do:

• ​Share the methods we use for yearly reflection and goal-setting.

• ​Highlight key moments and successes from the past year.

• ​Dedicate time to work on the next steps in our reflections individually.

• ​Use the group for accountability and committing to our next steps.

​You’re welcome to join, whether you’ve done no preparation, have partial plans, or already have a complete outline—this is a chance to refine and build on your ideas.

​Need inspiration? Check out these resources:

• ​Ben Todd’s "How to Be a Slightly Better, Happier Person Next Year"

• ​Peter Wildeford’s template for quarterly reviews and planning.

• ​"Treat Future You Like a Different Person—Invest in Your Motivation." (see Template at the end)

• ​A curated list of New Year review resources (lesswrong post)