The notion of totality can escape the mind, as the mind or rather the way it is used, is itself merely a part of the whole. The description of the whole from the vantage point of its parts involves a pioneering approach aimed at finding out to what extent the human mind and spirit can expand their horizon to approach that which is meant by totality or the whole. Can it rise to a level where it is at least more capable of reflecting totality? It implies an encounter or a rendezvous between the more relative and the more absolute, to put it modestly.
Culture has been defined as difference, as patterns of difference, as parts of the whole. The vaster can contain its more modest parts. It is difficult for the part to also cover the whole unless it can stretch to the horizon of the whole. As a part of the whole it partakes in that whole and can realize more or less of the totality of its holistic context.
Table of Contents
1. THE TOTAL CULTURAL SOLUTION
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Mastering diversity
1.3 Periphery and struggle
1.4 Relocalization of the mind
1.5 The role of religion and Christ
1.6 Totality and the creator
1.7 Transcultural Management Model
1.8 Evolution and consciousness
Objectives & Topics
The primary objective of this work is to present a holistic framework for overcoming the conflicts inherent in human diversity by reconnecting the individual mind to the concept of "totality." The author explores how human existence, often fragmented by divisive ideologies and peripheral concerns, can be unified through a transcultural and noetic perspective that integrates science, religion, and philosophy.
- The metaphor of the circle as a symbol for wholeness and the integration of diversity.
- The psychological challenge of balancing the "periphery" of outer diversity with the "center" of oneness.
- The role of spiritual and religious traditions, specifically Christianity, in mediating the connection to the Absolute.
- Introduction of the 12-dimensional Transcultural Management Model.
- The necessity of evolving human consciousness to match our technological advancements.
Excerpt from the Book
The Total Cultural Solution
The notion of totality can escape the mind, as the mind or rather the way it is used, is itself merely a part of the whole. The description of the whole from the vantage point of its parts involves a pioneering approach aimed at finding out to what extent the human mind and spirit can expand their horizon to approach that which is meant by totality or the whole. Can it rise to a level where it is at least more capable of reflecting totality? It implies an encounter or a rendezvous between the more relative and the more absolute, to put it modestly.
Culture has been defined as difference, as patterns of difference, as parts of the whole. The vaster can contain its more modest parts. It is difficult for the part to also cover the whole unless it can stretch to the horizon of the whole. As a part of the whole it partakes in that whole and can realize more or less of the totality of its holistic context.
Man has a twofold appearance. As an individual he is part of the whole which is humanity. Diversity is an illusion of the phenomenal world, in the sense that it is real but it represents only half of the truth. It is a half truth and in order to become the whole truth it must reflect the whole. If one positions oneself at the level of diversity, which is only a half truth, one will find the consequences of this attitude all over. The consequences are divisions and divisive attitudes which result in antagonisms. If one, however, positions oneself at the core of diversity, which is the opposite complementary pole of the diverse peripheral outer appearances, one may perceive oneness, totality and wholeness, whereby one approaches the whole truth in the sense that it integrates the totality of the circle of life; center and periphery with infinite options in the totality of this circular spatial continuum.
Summary of Chapters
THE TOTAL CULTURAL SOLUTION: Introduces the core philosophical premise that the human mind must expand its horizon to perceive the "totality" of existence rather than focusing on fragmented diversity.
Introduction: Examines the philosophical relationship between the part and the whole, establishing the circle as a metaphor for holistic understanding.
Mastering diversity: Explains how the mind can control diversity by maintaining a connection to its center, avoiding entanglement in peripheral distractions.
Periphery and struggle: Discusses how the centrifugal tendency of the mind leads to conflict and how the conscious controller must remain anchored to the center.
Relocalization of the mind: Proposes that the mind must be relocalized from the outer world to the internal, integrative space of the spirit.
The role of religion and Christ: Analyzes how spiritual figures, particularly Christ, serve as mediators and templates for mastering both the periphery and the path back to the center.
Totality and the creator: Argues that the only true key to resolving human diversity is an alliance with the Creator who encompasses all of creation.
Transcultural Management Model: Presents a 12-dimensional model designed to manage diversity through a transcendental, integrative framework.
Evolution and consciousness: Concludes that man must commit to a transcultural, noetic consciousness to align psychological development with technological progress.
Keywords
Totality, Holism, Diversity Management, Transcultural, Noetic Consciousness, Spirituality, Integration, Center, Periphery, Human Evolution, Unity, Divine Plan, Cultural Synergy, Ethics, Quantum Cultural Paradigm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core argument of this work?
The work argues that human conflict arises from a fragmented view of diversity. By reconnecting to the "center"—a state of totality and oneness—individuals can transcend divisive struggles and manage diversity more sustainably.
What are the primary thematic areas covered?
The central themes include the philosophy of the whole, the psychological challenges of modern life, the role of spiritual traditions as mediators, and the practical application of transcultural management.
What is the ultimate goal of the proposed framework?
The goal is to provide a "total cultural solution" that integrates science, religion, and psychology, enabling a higher level of global human civilization characterized by unity rather than antagonism.
What methodology does the author employ?
The author uses a philosophical and interdisciplinary approach, utilizing metaphors like the "circle" and "dome" to explain complex psychological and spiritual concepts of integration.
What does the author discuss in the main body?
The text moves from defining totality and the problems of human disconnection to proposing spiritual alignment and a structured 12-dimensional management model for global application.
Which keywords best describe this text?
Key terms include Totality, Diversity Management, Transcultural, Noetic Consciousness, and Integration.
How does the author define the "periphery" in his model?
The periphery is described as the outer world of sensory experience and diverse, fragmented manifestations. It is not "bad," but if the mind gets lost there, it loses its connection to the source of life.
What is the significance of the 12 D DOME Transcultural Management Model?
It is an evolution of a mandala-shaped model into a 3D dome structure that integrates dimensions from "Cosmics" at the base to "Noetics" and "Ethics" at the pinnacle, providing a blueprint for holistic management.
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- D.E.A./UNIV. PARIS I Gebhard Deissler (Author), 2010, The Total Cultural Solution, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/159857
