[ExI] Open Individualism

[BillK]

On Thu, 4 Jan 2024 at 20:31, Adrian Tymes via extropy-chat
<extropy-chat at lists.extropy.org> wrote:
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> You have just redefined "empty individualism" to try to get around the objections raised.
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I think you may be expecting too much from Open Individualism.
It is not a religion or a moral philosophy laying down rules for how
humans should behave.
The AI seems to be saying that it is more just a way of thinking about life.
You will still need laws, courts, police, prisons, armies, etc.

BillK

I asked the AI -
Does open individualism provide a moral prescription for human
behaviour to stop violence among humans?

Answer -
Open individualism, as a philosophical perspective, does not directly
provide a specific moral prescription or a set of rules for human
behavior to stop violence among humans. It is primarily concerned with
the nature of personal identity and consciousness. However, it can
offer some ethical insights and perspectives that may inform
discussions on reducing violence.

1. Recognition of Interconnectedness: Open individualism emphasizes
the interconnectedness of all beings at a fundamental level of
consciousness. This recognition can foster a sense of empathy,
compassion, and a broader perspective on the impact of one's actions
on others. It can encourage individuals to consider the well-being and
dignity of all individuals, promoting non-violence and cooperation.

2. Expanding the Moral Circle: Open individualism challenges narrow
conceptions of self-interest and expands the moral circle to include
all beings. Understanding that we are all manifestations of the same
underlying consciousness can lead to a more inclusive and
compassionate approach to others. This broader ethical consideration
can contribute to efforts to reduce violence and promote peace.

3. Ethical Implications of Unity: The perspective of open
individualism suggests that harming others is, in a sense, harming
oneself. If all individuals are interconnected and part of the same
underlying consciousness, violence against others is, in effect,
violence against oneself. This understanding can lead to a moral
aversion to violence and a commitment to non-violent conflict
resolution.

While open individualism can offer philosophical insights and ethical
considerations, addressing violence among humans requires a
multi-faceted approach. Practical strategies, social, political, and
economic factors, as well as cultural and historical contexts, all
play significant roles in understanding and addressing violence.
Therefore, it is important to combine philosophical perspectives with
a wide range of approaches and disciplines to effectively address the
complex issue of violence in human behavior.
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