As a Positive Realist, Reality is all that exists that includes anything outside and beyond the Human Mind. The two things Positive Realism declares to be believed in is: Reality and the Human Mind. They are equally important in our life if we want spiritual fulfillment.
Positive Realism respects all the rights of an individual to have their own interpretations about Reality. Positive Realism does not impose any specific definition of Reality. For some, spiritual fulfillment may come from a Higher Power, for others it comes with scientific proof, “That Which Can be Proven”. Both are correct, as long as you believe in Reality.
A Positive Realist believes in Reality. If you do not believe in Reality, you could not be a Positive Realist. Believing in Reality is not a mere philosophical argument but serves as an instruction for life.
Positive Realism is based on these fundamental concepts: Responsibility, Honesty and Respecting the Rights of Others.
Regardless of whether an individual seeks fulfillment through a Higher Power or adherence to “That Which Can be Proven”, I, as a Positive Realist have to believe in Responsibility, Honesty and Respecting the Rights of Others.
From my perspective, Positive Realism refers to the shared Reality that exists independently of our individual perceptions. This external Reality is crucial in our pursuit of spiritual fulfillment. Understanding the fundamentals of life and death, and how everything operates according to core principles, is essential. This profound realization moves us towards leading a virtuous life centered on accepting and comprehending Reality.
Taking Responsibility, Telling the truth and Accepting the Rights of Others is no longer a matter of ethics but a means to harmony in oneself and with the rest of the world outside of our minds. By adhering to such principles, we live our lives with honor and make the world a better place and enhance our relationship between ourselves and others.
I, as a Positive Realist, know that Responsibility is saying I am the source and the cause of my actions. It suggests that society (or our genes) is not responsible for what defines us as good and decent people. On the contrary, it highlights that everybody has Free Will. Which means we are able to choose, and we have a responsibility over our choices.
Responsibility is to admit that everything we do begins with our own actions. In other words, no “dozen-legged alien from the far side of the galaxy” remotely controls your mind and body to compel you to do something without your knowledge. If you violate the rights of others by inflicting harm on them, it is a choice you make. In Positive Realism, responsibility means acknowledging that “you are the cause of your actions.”
In the kind of responsibility, we are talking about, when we say that an individual is a “cause”, we’re essentially rejecting the notion that someone else can force them to do something against their own wishes. There is no Spiritual Fulfillment where there is no Responsibility.
No Free Will: If someone believes they do not have Free Will, then that person cannot be a Positive Realist. Having faith in Free Will is absolutely important because it means we take responsibility over our decisions and actions.
Positive Realism is not for those who wish to play the victim or deny their responsibility in a failure, nor is it for those blaming society for their immoral actions. People like these are not entitled to have Spiritual Fulfillment. Positive Realism is geared towards individuals who actively embrace responsibility in their lives, whether through spiritual beliefs or adherence to physical laws.
According to Positive Realism, responsibility is not only an understanding but also a practice in our society. It is the message of taking responsibility for the things that happen in our lives and understanding that we are capable of controlling our lives. When we own up to what has occurred, we can comprehend that our decisions and behaviors lead to certain outcomes and, therefore, work towards enhancing the quality of life within ourselves and our environment.
Responsibility is the base of the development and achievement of personal goals. It’s about the power of being an independent individual and being able to take charge of one’s life and shape it the way that one wants to. This means that when we take responsibility, we are able to face the difficulties that come our way, accomplish what we set out to do and live a meaningful life.
As a Positive Realist, I am fully aware of the fact that responsibility is a precious value, and I always try to act accordingly. Hence, according to the theory of responsibility, we are able to open the doorway to a positive future for us and society.
As a Positive Realist, I define Honesty as the attempt to accurately identify and communicate the truth. Attempt being the key word, because everyone makes mistakes. Being wrong is not the same thing as lying. Being honest is about getting it right as much as you can every time.
In other words, according to Positive Realism’s beliefs, one must be honest all the time, and always try to tell the truth even though sometimes we can get things wrong.
If we constantly refuse to see and express Reality, it becomes impossible to understand the laws of Reality. Emotional fulfillment comes from knowing these laws and understanding how to operate within their boundaries.
That honesty extends to our relationships with others. We cannot connect with others on a deep emotional level if we are dishonest with them. Being able to make these types of real connections is part of our spiritual process. When we are dishonest with others, we not only let them down but also deprive ourselves of the Spiritual Fulfillment that comes from genuine connections. This dishonesty leaves us feeling lacking and empty.
Soulful Honesty is a Pathway to Spiritual Realization as a Positive Realist. It can come through a relationship with a Higher Power, or it can come from believing into “That Which Can be Proven.”
To put it simply, honesty is not merely a matter of speaking the truth; it is a matter of living in harmony with the truth. It is about the idea of being real and genuine in everything that we do and are. Hence, when we embrace the virtue of telling the truth, we do not only respect ourselves for who we are but also add to the grandeur of human dignity. Thus, by choosing the path of truth in our thinking, speaking, and actions, it is possible to achieve personal fulfillment and happiness and to facilitate our spiritual growth. Thus, honesty becomes not only a virtue but the path to the sacred in Positive Realism.
Firstly, as a Positive Realist, I adhere to the ideology of Respecting the Rights of Others.
Never begin fights, always tell the truth, and honor your agreements — these are the basic moral rules of an ethical principle.
First, it is essential to never resort to violence. Justice requires that the innocent be left in peace, and that violence against them cannot be tolerated. Free will is defined in Positive Realism as the ability of people to choose (or not) their own actions. However, someone who seeks to harm innocents without justification would not align with Positive Realism.
Moreover, honesty is a requirement that should be met, as described earlier. Being truthful is the act of always striving to discover and speak the truth. Being honest in communication with others allows individuals to never compromise their integrity based on their perception of others. Honesty is the foundation of being able to respect the rights of others. Without honesty, there can be no genuine consideration for the rights of others.
Honoring your agreements is at the core of respecting others. The concept is that when we make promises or agreements, we are expected to do our best to fulfill them. Positive Realism acknowledges that sometimes, due to certain circumstances, you might not be able to fulfill your agreements. The key point is to make an effort to remain true to your word.
Positive Realism is not a Results-oriented Religion. In Positive Realism people are not valued only for what the product of their action is but rather they are valued for their intention and efforts. A results-only religion bypasses the Spiritual State of Reality, Honesty, and Responsibility. These are existential outcomes, not spiritual. In Positive Realism, what really counts is our commitment.
According to Positive Realism, to respect the rights of others is to value their dignity and to defend justice. It is about acknowledging the inherent value of each individual and for the improvement of equality. Thus, the principles of Positive Realism teach men to contribute to the development of tolerance and, therefore, a tolerant society. It is not just a mere obligation that one should adhere to; it is a virtue that is inherent in our humanity. It encompasses giving voice to the voiceless, fighting for the oppressed and vulnerable in society. Thus, in my daily practice, I try to reflect and promote the values of equality and compassion in the lives of ourselves and our fellow men and women.
Everyone possesses the ability to be kind, to connect and the desire to learn and evolve. There is always light even in the darkest of times.
Positive Realism helps people to re-discover who they are by establishing a sense of personal responsibility and respecting the rights of others and their basic human dignity. These are not religious teachings, but a way to live a life with spiritual and emotional fulfillment. Reality, responsibility, honesty, and respect for others are the four guiding principles of Positive Realism. They are a moral compass that tell us not only what we need to do to be able to live a life with value in it, but why and how our actions shape not only ourselves but our relationships with others. When we live by these things, we can experience emotional and spiritual fulfillment.
We not only add value to our lives by following these beliefs but also get to experience meaningful relationships in our life and can develop the skill to connect with people on a deeper, emotional level.
In the end, life is all about making connections and growing. It’s important to recognize our own value and work on being kind and understanding, not just to ourselves but to others too. This means being honest, staying true to self, accepting both the good and bad in life, and treasuring the value in life.
This virtue states that effort must be made as an obligation of their existence to develop all important virtues such as self-respect, honesty, reality, and responsibility. And these are qualities that facilitate spiritual fulfillment and cannot be given to you by another person. In other words, a person can develop these qualities by working hard to attain them. Just like making efforts to build a healthy and strong body, you need to work to build a strong mind as well. Nobody else can exercise for you or eat healthily for you. You have to work out and watch what you eat if you want to be fit.
Developing these qualities is hard work, you need to work at it every day. If you want to achieve spiritual fulfillment, you need to develop honesty, take responsibility for your actions, admit that you have free will and believe in reality. This is a lifelong process. You never really stop growing. Progress and growth are the fruits of effort. Once you decide that you are going to be committed to working hard and living by these virtues, you will start to see their advantages in your life. For instance, being honest requires you to always tell the truth, even if it is hard. When people take responsibility, they own their actions in addition to the outcome of these actions.
Humility is all about acknowledging and accepting our incompetence and errors. It is realizing that we do not get everything we want, and that we are not exactly perfect. Humility shows us how important honesty, facing the reality of our lives, and being accountable for our actions really is. Consider an ordinary school student. A humble student embraces the fact that they will not always grasp things with immediacy, heightening their curiosity and always being willing to ask the right questions and never being disappointed to accept accountability, when they are wrong. They understand that mistakes are part of the learning and growth process. This mindset enables them to grow and be better in the long run.
They realize that it is normal to make mistakes, and mistakes are steppingstones to achieving greater success. This attitude helps them to upgrade and enhances their behavior. On the other hand, pride is the opposite of meekness. Arrogance is thinking you can pull any stunt without mincing words. They believe they can be dishonest without facing the consequences, dismiss reality, and avoid accountability for their misdeeds, and everyone has to respect them, when they don’t even try to respect the rights of other people.
