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David begins by recounting a technical setback—his first attempt at recording the message was marred by broken sound. Nonetheless, he proceeds to share a vital community update. He founded the Cognitive AI Lab Discord server several months ago in response to popular demand, and it quickly grew to over 200 members. While the community thrived, David admits he was experiencing burnout and recognized the importance of prioritizing his personal well-being.
During a recent vacation, he engaged in soul-searching, guided by the thoughtful advice from community members who urged him to take care of himself. Based on this introspection, David made the difficult decision to step down as the community leader so he could focus on his research and writing.