[ExI] Open Individualism

[Jason Resch]

On Thu, Jan 4, 2024, 3:53 PM BillK via extropy-chat <
extropy-chat at lists.extropy.org> wrote:

> On Thu, 4 Jan 2024 at 20:31, Adrian Tymes via extropy-chat
> <extropy-chat at lists.extropy.org> wrote:
> >
> <snip>
> >
> > You have just redefined "empty individualism" to try to get around the
> objections raised.
> > _______________________________________________
>
>
> 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



Thanks Bill this is useful.

Jason


> 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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