Reality Dimensions and Ordinal-tropic Travel: A Wild Trip

Preface: Go figure, I am not always right.

In previous posts about the Reality Unification Theory (RUT), I have alluded to the idea that reality needs to evolve over time. I have now realized such a line of thought has at least one tiny little flaw which I am going to explore in this post.

A warning to the physicists: I am not one of you. This post may not make any sense from the Physics point-of-view. Please, turn on your b%$&s#@* sensors and let me know if they detect huge offenses to the state-of-the-art in Theoretical Physics. Or, alternatively, turn it off and enjoy the read as much as possible. :) For the non-physicists, don't be intimidated by the title. My post is not as complicated as the title reads...at least that is what I hope.

The flaw in RUT is the following. If Reality is everything, than why is time not part of reality. For reality to evolve, it needs to evolve over time. This means that time itself is not something that is part of reality, but rather something on which reality depends in order to evolve. In other words, reality is everything but time. Time rules over reality.  Therefore, time is awesome and reality is a sucker?! This idea does not seem to make sense to me.

If reality is supposed to be everything, it should include time itself. The implications of that claim however are numerous and they go against many concepts proposed in RUT. I will try to describe my thoughts on this matter next.

Space and Time

If reality includes time then reality no longer evolves over time. Instead time becomes part of the reality in the same way that space does. This means I am on the same boat as Einstein and Minkowski when they say that time and space are interrelated. I mean, the guys were geniuses, who would disagree with them? However, I am not sure if they really are a single dimension (spacetime), and this is probably because I haven't read enough on that topic to be honest. Nevertheless, I believe that if space is finite, time should also be finite. If space is infinite, time should also be infinite. If space is cyclical, time should also be cyclical.

Much like we can associate X, Y and Z as coordinates of space, we could create X,Y, Z, T (for time) as coordinates in universe or reality space. Sounds reasonable right? And, obviously, it is not a new idea. Most of us know  or seem to agree that the fourth dimension of the universe is time. But is that all? Is there really only four dimensions? Is time a dimension or simply the effect perceived by the change of other dimensions? Aren't there other dimensions out there just waiting to be discovered. I know, I should go read some string theory before I continue. Well, I believe there are at least a few more dimensions there, such as the order and tropic dimensions, the latter potentially being a set of dimensions. Let us step through it slowly so that neither you, the reader, nor me, the writer, gets confused in the process of explaining it.

The Present, the Laws of Nature and the Initial State of the Universe

Imagine that, at a certain moment in you life, you have to make a decision whose choices may lead you through completely different paths in your life. Depending on the decision you take, your life will develop differently, right? Now, imagine that all possible options that you have to choose could be organized in a tree-like structure that sorts them over time. That would be a pretty big tree, huh? I mean, at a single moment in time, there are an uncountable number of paths or actions one could take, what to say about the paths across your entire life? And if time is continuous, there is no such thing as taking a path at a certain point in time. Therefore, there is really no such tree, or if it exists, it has an infinite number of branches distributed along the continuity of time. And that is where the fifth dimension comes in. It is the dimension of possibility, the tropic dimension. But do possibilities really exist or is everything predetermined?

Now, Let us assume for a moment that we don't have free-will. In other words, all of our actions and the actions of other sensory and non-sensory entities are defined by a set of complex inter-being inter-matter physico-chemical interactions that result in us deciding to take one path or another in each and every point in our lives. Whether the rules allow for random processes to occur is just a matter of how the rules are defined. For the sake of simplification, let us assume for now that there is no randomness events in any reality level, be it at the subatomic or any other level. This means that the current state of reality, what is ordinarily called the present, is predetermined by the repercussion of applying the laws of nature to a certain initial universe state over time.

But what defines the initial state of the universe? What defines the rules of nature? Could they be defined by multiple reality dimensions? What are they composed of? Ok, here is my software-engineer-biased take on this. Are you ready?

A Classification of Variables in the Experiment of Reality

Call it whatever you want: dimensions, properties or variables. They are the aspects of the universe that have some influence on the way things are or will be. I like to see them as knobs in the huge panel of reality. Hence I am going to call them variables, which make part of a huge reality experiment.

Based on my assertions on the previous subsections, I believe the variables that define reality can be divided into the following groups: state, order, transition rate and tropic variables.

State Variables

These are the ones that define a state of the universe and are currently known as the three dimensions. At least these are the ones I am aware of. Maybe physicists have found others. They define a static state for reality. State variables can be changed because their changes is what differentiates one reality state from another.

State Order Variables

It is a single variable and defines the order between different states of reality. States do not have to be counted. The order variable does not need a number, it just needs to define an order for the states of reality. The state order variable cannot be changed. Although it can be confounded with time, it is not. A previous state of reality can re-occur in the future, and thus give the impression of a change backwards in time without nevertheless affecting the value of the state order variable itself.

A change in the state order variable would simply affect the way reality states transition. In other words, it could affect how much reality will transition at each step. Reality could either not transition at all, or it could transition to multiple states simultaneously. And, if I am not mistaken, if reality transitions to all other plausible states according to the rules defined by the tropic variables (see more below), then we would have what is called a multiverse, which defines all possible states of the same reality.

Transition Variable

Simply put, it defines how fast reality transitions between subsequent states. Again, multiple transitions can happen at the same time or not. In computer terms, this would be the frame rate of reality. Time would then be the perceived as the effect of reality state transitions. Since things can only happen as fast as realty state transitions can take place, the speed of transition becomes time itself. There is no other measure, since we can't measure what happens between states of the universe, because the state transition is the fastest thing that can happen. The question now is how does that relate to the speed to light? Can the speed of light be used to measure how fast reality transitions between subsequent states?

Tropic Variables

These are the main variables that define the rules behind transitioning of reality states. The tropic variables literally rule the world... and the rest of reality. They are the ones that determine how transition between states of reality take place. The rules that determine how gravity affects mass, how particles behave, how fast light travels, etc. It determines the behavior of reality state variables and to what state reality should transition.

They are called tropic instead of entropic or syntropic simply because they can turn the reality into either the way of chaos or order. It does not really matter, as long as they determine the next state reality should be in.

Controlling the Variables of Reality

You might now wonder, if there are variables, then there is someone or something that has control over them. Who or what is it? Do we have any control over it?

Do you think you can alter reality state variables? Can you distort spacetime? I think that simply by existing we already do that. We are capable of altering spacetime and whatever other state variables are, though in a pretty small scale. So yes, I would say we cal alter state variables.

What about the order and tropic variables? Now that would be really cool to do. Can you imagine being able to change the rules of the universe? Better yet, to affect to how many states the universe transitions to? What about changing the randomness of quantum physics?

If we could control the tropic variables, we could potentially go back to a previous state (time travel) or determine our own  and everything else's future. Now, while some have already claimed to know how to do part of that using the power of the mind, I must admit to still be "a little bit" skeptical about the whole process. Others have even attracted UFOs using meditation techniques. I mean, we can't deny the powers these guys claim to have are awesome.

That being said, I am not saying any of that is either possible or impossible. In fact, in previous posts I myself have proposed a theory of reality in which this was possible. Moreover, if you think about it, the more we expand our concepts of how the universe works and identify ways to affect some of its dimensions/variables, the more variables that are used to control these variables are going to be found. This way, there might be an endless quest for the ultimate controller variable for everything. The only way to go around this issue would be if there were a cycle between controller and controlled. And that's where I see some truth in these "power-of-the-mind" experiments we see nowadays. It allows reality itself to control its own behavior.

The Imperceptible and the Perceptible Control of Reality

In the same way we can control the visible dimensions by controlling ours and other bodies or mass, I don't think it is not impossible that our mind (or thoughts, or soul or whatever you want to call it) is capable of controlling other reality dimensions. After all, we really don't know much about what our brain can do, other than what is associated with activities in the visible reality.

Having the guts of reality (us and everything else int it) control the future of reality makes perfect sense to me. We already know that for a fact. You can control your own fate at least in good part through the actions you take in your own life. In fact, we constantly affect the physical world and other beings around us by simply existing or by interacting with them.

To me, being able to affect other dimensions of reality is a mere extension of what we already know to be true. Simply because we cannot yet use well enough our senses (five or more?) and capabilities, it does not mean we are not doing it  "involuntarily" and affecting a multitude (all) of reality dimensions.  I mean, we have no idea of all the consequences of our actions even when we are consciously taking them anyway.

Additionally, perhaps the effects of our extra-sensory actions may not impact us directly, but still have an impact in reality overall. It would be similar to the wind, which cannot be seen, but its effects can be perceived. There are some things that we see happen without knowing the reason behind them. I am not saying that somethings are not caused by an overwhelming amount of factors that are visible but cannot be humanly comprehended at once. I am saying that there might be forces of Nature (reality) that we are not yet fully aware of. I mean, we did not know subatomic particles or dark matter until a few "moments" ago right.

Criticized though I may be by close and distant readers, I believe there is some truth to meditation and control and exploration of the mind in that regard. I believe it goes beyond affecting our body's well being. It teaches us mind skills which I have the impression are more than ordinary relaxation techniques. I think it is a gateway to something more. Meditation and its derivative activities might be an initial step towards livening a dormant part of ourselves, which might be capable of unimaginable things, including controlling unknown reality variables.

Perhaps we can alter time or tweak the rules of nature. Perhaps the powers of Jesus and other religious heroes are actually attainable by all ordinary men. Perhaps it is just a matter of really knowing other parts of reality and inner parts of ourselves.

Navigating Reality Towards a Safe Shore

I believe we can always change reality, be it only at the state, order or tropic level. It only depends on us to decide what is going to be the next state we want the reality around us to be, and then take the action towards making that real. Let us use our knowledge of reality to move it towards the right direction; a direction with less suffering and more justice, joy and peace. Believe in your powers! Be a reality hero... for real!

As a final remark, I have been concentrating a lot lately on one single thought: winning the lottery! :) If it happens, then we will know for sure that some truth to all I just mentioned above; that there is more to the mind than just philosophy, arts, sciences and the five senses. Or maybe it was just that I got lucky... :)

The Gist of The Just Society

I could be writing endless more subtopics on the Just Society and its inner workings similarly to all my other previous posts on the subject. However, I feel that prolonging the description of this society model across a multitude of posts makes understanding its underlying ideas more difficult. Besides, it makes the blog content repetitive, as well as even more boring than it already is.

Therefore, I have decided to use this post to summarize all the ideas presented in my previous posts about the Just Society as a way to wrap things up. If any other important ideas come to my mind that were not yet mentioned, I will add them somewhere in one of the previous posts and then reference them back here.

Society Purpose

The Just Society model is designed with two main purposes in mind.

1. To deal with the natural human lazyness;
2. To be fair to all.

A set of thirteen tenets were devised so that this society can fulfill these two purposes. They are listed in the first Just Society post. Their core ideas are to provide the same amount of resources, including services and opportunities, to everyone that is part of the society in a fair (or just) way.

The Toolbox

Knowing about man's nature and the lazyman's rule, I have attempted to design this society model by dividing it into subsection and coming up with  tools that facilitate the enforcement of fair and respectful treatment, the management of resource distribution and the positive nurture and education of citizens. These tools are listed and illustrated below, along with their relationships to different sectors of society and links to the previous posts they were described in.

• Management and monitoring tools: these are the overarching tools whose use is in the core of this society. They help support other tools in the accomplishment of their goals.
• System for Accountability Management (SAM);
• Signature of Universal Effect (SUE).
• Politics and Services: the first one should help manage all social services not directly mentioned in previous posts with the help of SAM and SARA (listed next).
• Universal Public Service System (UPSS);
• Community-driven politics.
• Economics:
• Healthy and universal meal currency (HUM$);
• System for Allocation of Resources and Amenities (SARA);
• Five-Step salary ladder.
• Education:
• Decision-focused approach.
• Safety and Security:
• Defense-oriented security (DOS) system. 
• Transportation:
• The Expensive Utopian Sci-Fi solution.

These tools emphasize some of the services society provides (e.g., security, education), but not others (health, entertainment). It is important to notice, nonetheless, that the non-mentioned services are as relevant for the proper functioning of society as the ones favored in my posts.

The overall idea behind the implementation of other non-mentioned services is that they should be provided to citizens at affordable prices. Notice, they are not free. One could argue that health services, for example, should be provided for free. The truth of the matter is that nothing is free. Even public services have a cost. And since in a Just Society, the economy is not-for-profit (see more on the Economics of a Just Society), saying a service is managed by the government or a private company does not really matter in the Just Society. Either of them is going to provide similar services at potentially similar affordable prices because of the lack of profit-driven motivation, but also due the close monitoring of the business by the public with the help of the SAM tool.

The Just Society is a dream of my own. It is a compilation of the many ideas I have had of what I think a perfect world could be. Would I like to have them implemented in real-life? Yes, of course. Will they ever? Right... is that really a question? I mean, I am dreamer, but I am aware of who I am.

Still, I hope that by writing these ideas in here, at some point, someone will read them and feel inspired to turn this world into one with less suffering, and more joy and peace. In the meanwhile, like a hummingbird putting out forest fire, I will keep fighting  the best way I can to bring that world closer to reality. Hopefully, others will gradually join me (us, really) in this long and seemingly never-ending fight. Will you be one of them?

Law Enforcement and Safety in a Just Society

Even in a Just Society, there will always be those trying to go against the rules. Hence, a system of law enforcement and safety maintenance must exist to deal with it. This post is an unpretentious attempt to sketch ideas for improvements to the law enforcement and safety system in our society.

The DOS System

In a Just Society, law enforcement should take an approach which I like to call the defense-oriented security (DOS) system (Am I going to be sued for using this acronym? I am not sure). Threats will be perceived and dealt with as they become menaces to the security and safety of citizens. Elimination of human lives should never intentionally occur and destruction of property should be minimized as much as possible. A nation should develop a modern over and inner-reaching "iron curtain", which absorbs and scrapes off all local and foreign threats from society and guarantees safety to all citizens. Not much of an iron iron curtain, but more of a steel sponge. :)

In order to accomplish that at either the military or police enforcement levels, a great deal of investigative work has to be done, so that harmful situations can be predicted and avoided as early as possible. Together with SAM, the DOS system should provide technological tools to facilitate the monitoring, investigation and retention of information associated with criminal events. Nonetheless, this work should be done without interfering with another nations' sovereignty. More importantly, the system should be designed with the priority of defending citizens over purging law infractors.

Weapons and War

At a military level, a country should never go to war. Instead, it should defend its territory and citizens from foreign and local threats in the best way it can. No more going to foreign lands and fighting terrorists or radicals. Enough of using war as an excuse to invade countries and exploit their resources. Instead, the government should direct its efforts towards ensuring their country is safe from security threats within and without, while maintaining position in their soil.

Much as weapons are useful, in a Just Society, weapons should only  be used as tools for self-defense, not for killing. Weapons should be used as means to control harmful situations and neutralize harmful threats, and not to annihilate enemies and transgressors.

For that to be successfully accomplished, however, a society requires that the use of fire weapons and explosives be deemed illegal and forbidden, even in law enforcement. The use of tasers, water cannons or high-end tranquilizer guns can potentially be used though. Fire weapons and explosives would only be allowed if they are used as high-end defense-only mechanisms, such as iron curtains or anti-aircraft batteries.

The use of cold weapons would be allowed, but restrictions on their use, especially range weapons, should be based on the reasons for carrying and using them. A few (poor?) examples: bows an arrows should only be allowed to be used by bow sportsmen and licensed hunters. Range weapons such as tasers and tranquillizers should be restricted to law enforcement. Other weapons such as compressed air guns should also have their access restricted or even forbidden. Removing fire weapons and explosives from society and restricting access to cold weapons would drastically limit the amount of damage an ill intended person could do to others.

Community Empowerment and Enforcement

Ultimately, as citizens become gradually more educated on ethics, moral principles and societal rules, it is expected that law enforcement gradually becomes less and less of a necessity. Instead, citizens will evermore avoid performing harmful actions. Moreover, citizens themselves will help enforce law and denounce improper or harmful behavior.

Not only that, and perhaps more importantly, communities will also participate in the daily education of their fellow members, so that, should any safety or security issues arise, be them caused by social, psychological or other problems, they can be resolved before they escalate to a serious and harmful situation that may threaten the lives of  citizens.

Safety Is about Minimizing Risks

No security system will ever be perfect. It does not matter the security control and monitoring technology used or how many are involved in maintaining such security and safety. Human behavior is very difficult to predict. The best that law enforcement can do is monitor and track potential threats in the hope that, by properly tackling them, it will be resolving as much of the actual threats as possible. At the end of the day, the key to improving safety and security is really in educating citizens and providing them with a high quality of life.

Let me end here with one final summarizing thought:

Negotiation and welfare are the ultimate weapons against conflict and warfare.