Humanism – a variety of ethical theory and practice that emphasises reason, scientific inquiry, and human fulfilment in the natural world. The supernatural, mythologies and the divine, are not a consideration for a humanist. Humanism asserts the inherent dignity and worth of all human beings, regardless or race, gender, social status, sexual orientation and, differences in general.
Humanism values reason and rationality as essential tools for understanding the world and making informed decisions. Humanism aligns well with secularism, advocating for the separation of church and state. It supports a society where decisions are based on reason and evidence rather than religious dogma. Humanists advocate education, personal development, and the pursuit of knowledge as a means of unlocking individual and collective potential.
I am a humanist. I believe in the importance of being a decent and joyful human being. I believe in freedom, freedom of thought, speech and the right to be whomever you wish to be, or the right to do whatever you wish to do in your own home, so long as it doesn’t harm anyone else. I believe in right and wrong – I believe in the limitless potential for human growth and improvement. I believe in a legal framework governed by a secular and independent body. I believe in equality, and in the right to chose sexual preference. I believe in a sustainable world, a world free of radical nationalism and theoretical boarders. We humans are one species living on the same planet – working together is, and should be, a no-brainer where everyone wins.
Further, I would love to see a world order where there are no countries or restrictions from where you can or cannot live. I believe in a small “World Government” where the elected individuals are selected basis on intelligence, education and factual merits over charisma or religious beliefs. “Religion is regarded by the common people as true, by the wise as false, and by the rulers as useful” – L.A Seneca.
The main task of this “World Government” is to ensure a sustainable planet and to enforce a legal framework, which ultimately is fair for all. Uphold free trade and one tax system across the Globe. That’s it – no other interference would be necessary. There are many more details of course in this whole context. My few sentences here are only representing my holistic, and rather general, viewpoint.
I am not guided by the beliefs of my ancestors, culture, or any religious institution. Instead, through extensive studies and abundant reading of books, I have shaped my worldview, which has its core foundation in science and facts, as well as an overall sense of decency.
Years and years ago I came across in a book what the author referred to as the ‘New 10 Commandments’ – I would instead call them my Life Values. I have altered some to my own liking but the credit of these 10 Life Values I give to the author – whose name has, since long, slipped my mind.
My 10 Life Values
- In all things, strive to cause no harm.
- Treat your fellow human beings, your fellow living things, and the world in general with love, honesty and respect.
- Do not overlook evil or shy away from administering justice, but always be ready to forgive wrongdoing freely admitted and honestly regretted.
- Live life with a sense of joy and wonder.
- Always seek to be learning something new.
- Test all things; always check your ideas against the facts and be ready to discard even a cherished belief if it does not conform to them.
- Never seek to censor or cut yourself off from dissent.
- Always respect the right of others to disagree with you.
- Form independent opinions based on your own reason and experience; do not allow yourself to be led blindly by others.
- Question everything.
We have one life on this planet and in this universe. I want to make the most of it – collecting as many experiences as possible. My Life Values are there in the background to guide me when I am lost and to shape me into a better person to those around me. I love life in all its beauty and I thoroughly enjoy every minute of being awake. I am not fearful of death in the slightest and I hope I have many, many more decades of the excitement of being alive. I am however, fearful of the process of dying but certainly not death itself. I love the quote by Mark Twain who puts it so simply: “I do not fear death. I had been dead for billions of years before I was born and had not suffered the slightest inconvenience from it.”
“Gracias a la vida“
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