Principles

This structure of concepts is formally called a hierarchy and since ancient times has been a basic structure for all Western knowledge.

Zen & the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance - Robert M. Pirsig

1 - Abstract

Abstract principles are general - they apply in many universes, with many different kinds of actors. They are substrate independent:

• Acceptance,
• Impermanence,
• Interconnectedness,
• No-Self.

Morality

The imperfectable training

• Kindness and Compassion, Generosity, Hard Work,
• Kindness to Machines.

2 - Concrete

Concrete principles are specific and limited - they apply to our universe and the human condition.

Human Condition

What it’s like to be us

This philosophy is specific to being human. There is no attempt to search for absolute truths or immortal principles. This philosophy addresses the reality of what its like to be the human animal:

• Plato’s Generative Cave,
• Emotional World Models,
• The Case for No-Elephant.

How to Act

Strategies for moving through the world

• Acceptance,
• Intellectual Self Confidence,
• Post-Hypocrisy,
• Game Developers Design Lessons,
• Three Ways to Reason in Software Engineering.