Fuzzy Philosophy: The Law of Space

The Second Realm

The second realm of personal space is a bit harder to explain than it is to understand (how could that be?). There is a metaphysical space that our thoughts and emotions require in order to exist. This realm cannot be seen or grasped in a physical sense, it cannot be measured in square feet or meters, but it exists none-the-less.

You may have heard someone speak of going to his or her “quiet place”, to be alone or to think things through. You, or someone you know and love, daydreams from time to time — in that daydream, thoughts occupy a place.

It is this place where our thoughts and emotions have a very real existence that is the second realm of the right to personal space. Each and every individual has a right to their own metaphysical space where they can safely harbor their thoughts and emotions.

At this point in our expedition, I need your help. Please slip into your investigative mode again, and enquire of your experiences – is there really such a thing as a place, a space where our thoughts, our emotions, our hopes, our dreams dwell? Is it at least possible? And perhaps a question of greater importance – do you have a right to be safe in that place?

The Second Premise of the Philosophy of The Law of Space

Where we can enjoy the fruits of our harvest

Each and every individual should respect each other’s right to their own personal space – both physical and metaphysical.

This simple statement has far-reaching implications. It means, among other things:

• That you cannot take what does not belong to you. It belongs to someone else, and is a part of their personal space.
• That you cannot visit ANY type of physical violence on any person.
• That you cannot even threaten anyone with physical violence.
• That you have no right to threaten anyone’s sense of peace and well-being, or to intrude into their thoughts or emotions without express permission.
• That you have no right to force your point of view on someone else.

Well, we have almost completed our adventure and it’s time once again to stretch those mental muscles by analyzing any thoughts or ideas worthy of the effort. There is one particular test of the Pondering P’s that is very appropriate for this premise. AND it could help drive home the point of the sub-title of this itinerary. (You remember that sub-title don’t you – “An idea that will cultivate civility, combat crime, and promote world peace — if you will only preach what you practice. And, it’s easier done than said.”)

The Pondering P test that I refer to here is: the providence of personal practice, or as some would phrase it – What might happen if I personally put it into practice?

The bullet points listed above are more-or-less general statements. Can you think of three specific applications of this Theory Of The Law Of Space that could apply to your own life?

I truly hope that you and I have reached a consensus regarding this theory. I believe that the more people abide by this law, the better the world would be. What about you?

There is still the loose ends of that sub-title. Would this law help to cultivate civility? Would it help to combat crime? Would it promote world peace? And here is something for you to think about – if you truly practice it, your actions will preach it. Is it easier done than said?