If my friends knew I was called a rationalist they'd be shocked and would applaud my growth. I'm not a min/maxing person, but I do find value out of min/maxing

If my friends knew I was called a rationalist they'd be shocked and would applaud my growth. I'm not a min/maxing person, but I do find value out of min/maxing, especially with local optima. Min/maxing is a great tool in combination with strong personalized value systems, feelings, and a determined will to make your life your own. I see no problem with trying to min/max life, unless you're philosophically opposed to the systemic issues that a min/maxing society generates.