All posts by Rick Simmons

Founding contributor and creator of Natural Earth Striving an Earth Ethic and Earth Research Explorers, a vision that accepts and includes everyone on Earth as stakeholders, stewards, explorers, researchers, creators, pattern recognizers, ground truthers, innovators, hypothesis generators, etc. Suppose you look at these two entities and consider them as a cycle. In that case, it gets everyone contributing towards a more continuous adaptive striving for desired future conditions on planet Earth from a broad scale to a fine scale. This leads us to a more holistic positive energy reality for the health of everyone, everything, everywhere on Earth. The vision includes a loving, caring, sharing, giving, forgiving, genuine kindness striving to bring about conditions of comfort, joy, love, hope, faith, and sustainable striving happiness foundation for everyone on Earth, transitioning most laws, rules, regulations, policies, to holistic prescriptive advice.

The billionaires club takings hypothesis

Donald Trump himself is part of a billionaire’s club that is a significant part of the world economy. I’m not sure if he knows it or not, but many of the idea billionaires have come from someone else.  I call it the takings extraction exchange exclusion cycle, where an idea is taken and given to another, and then the original creator is turned into a subservient.  Now, I believe that artificial intelligence is being used to take, extract, exchange, and exclude other people, as technology seems to be propelling itself beyond humanity.  Without a doubt, artificial intelligence can read much faster than a human can, allowing it to quickly summarize much of what a human provides.   Another theory is that Trump is being used by the globalist, controlling, dominating economy, in which these billionaires are concerned.   A while ago, when he was getting his casino license in Atlantic City approved, he had to go through an extensive six-month background investigation, and apparently, he came out squeaky clean.   I hypothesize that this might be his utility for the globalization, controlling domination, and the billionaire’s economy.   Do they need a squeaky-clean president to do their dirty work for them?   Is Trump protecting billionaire takers from getting figured out?   Is Trump himself a taker?  Does he give credit to those whom he has taken from?   Regardless, whether my hypothesis is shown to be true or not, it appears as if the totality of all the taking ideas is worth more than $1 trillion and is infinite in some situations.   This would be enough to compel all the billionaires and those who control the controlling domination economy to get behind Donald Trump because Donald Trump is on their side.  Some of the billionaires I refer to include Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Tim Cook, Jeff Bezos, Joe Gebbia, and others.

Donald Trump has taken over the government by weaponizing the various agencies to distract and divert the rest of us from real substantive problems.   When I was learning about justice and law a long time ago, my first professor said, “Crime pays,” which I found quite astonishing.   It’s really true. That’s why we have so much crime in our world, because it pays.   Who is paying Donald Trump?   Well, it appears that the people paid Donald Trump when he owned his casinos in Atlantic City in the 80s and 90s.   Maybe that’s another characteristic that billionaires like about Donald Trump: he derives his money from people, real estate investments, being a real estate mogul, golf courses, and development.   He is likely a significant investor in the stock market as well.   Therefore, he has seen himself as an advocate for the way things are in the world (current condition).  Consequently, he seems to be functioning in a way that preserves the billionaire’s controlling domination of the global economy, meaning he is overtopping creators and creative ideas.   Consequently, I feel like it is strange that the loyalties of Donald Trump are with the corporate billionaires and not with the people.   In many ways, I believe Donald Trump taught people to buy and sell real estate by buying low and selling high, turning our economy into a real estate economy.   However, many people are suffering in this world and can’t afford to buy homes because of too much of this type of behavior.    Regardless of whether this hypothesis proves to be true or not, it appears as if Donald Trump buddies up to people like Putin.   From what I can summarize, Putin belongs in the hospital for doing what he did to Ukraine and a wide variety of other things.   Does Donald Trump belong in the hospital as well?   Either way, Putin and Trump seem not to value human life very much, nor the people’s contributions of ideas and creativity towards a brighter, more desirable future.

The current global economic landscape reveals a profound concentration of wealth and influence among a select few. This phenomenon frequently gives rise to a dynamic I term the “value extraction cycle,” where original contributions, whether intellectual or creative, are systematically absorbed and repurposed by dominant entities. In this process, the originators often find their innovations appropriated, reducing them to subordinate positions within the very systems they helped to build or created.  We are observing this acceleration with the advent of artificial intelligence, which possesses an unparalleled capacity to analyze and synthesize information at speeds far beyond human capability, potentially amplifying this extraction of value from human endeavor.

Consider the trajectory of figures like Donald Trump, whose personal and professional history is deeply interwoven with this elite financial stratum. It’s often posited that individuals from this powerful cohort, while appearing self-made, frequently operate within a larger, interconnected framework of global economic dominance. A notable example is the extensive six-month background investigation he underwent for a casino license in Atlantic City, from which he reportedly emerged without blemish. This raises a compelling question: could such an unimpeachable public facade serve a strategic purpose for a broader network of powerful interests? Does it enable certain individuals to act as conduits or instruments for an overarching “controlling domination economy,” effectively executing agendas that might otherwise lack public legitimacy?

My hypothesis is that such a figure might serve as a strategic asset for this globalized economic power structure. The collective value derived from these extracted ideas and appropriated innovations is immense, conservatively estimated in the trillions of dollars and arguably infinite in its potential. This vast pool of value creates a powerful incentive for the world’s most influential billionaires and economic controllers to coalesce behind a leader who champions their interests. Indeed, observations suggest a pattern where political power is leveraged, and governmental agencies are strategically directed, potentially to divert public attention from substantive issues that challenge the existing power dynamics.

The notion that “crime pays,” a stark lesson imparted by my early legal education, resonates deeply in this context. It prompts us to consider who ultimately benefits from the prevailing economic and political arrangements. Donald Trump’s business legacy, built on real estate, casinos, golf course development, and substantial market investments, positions him as a vocal proponent for the status quo – an advocate for the very system that has enriched him. His perceived alignment with corporate billionaires rather than the broader populace becomes a point of considerable concern. While his success in real estate might have popularized strategies like buying low and selling high, inadvertently shaping our economy, it has also contributed to a climate where homeownership is increasingly unattainable for many.

Furthermore, his apparent affinity for leaders like Vladimir Putin, whose actions in Ukraine are globally condemned as profoundly destabilizing, adds another layer to this intricate web of global power. It compels us to reflect on the deeper implications of such alliances and the true beneficiaries of contemporary political leadership. The cumulative effect of these actions and affiliations suggests a system that prioritizes the interests of a select few, potentially at the expense of equitable societal progress and the well-being of the global community.

Richard Thomas Simmons

Is everything, including excessive pollution, a distraction and diversion from the problems of an out-of-control globalization economy?


In the past, I’ve written extensively about distractions and diversions, wondering whether war and terrorism themselves are distractions or diversions from something else. Ever since I started writing about distractions and diversions, I seem to notice them everywhere. Some other phenomena I see as distractions or diversions are extensive news reporting, excessive immigration crackdown, excessive conflict, excessive controversy, and excessive chaos. excessive advertisements, excessive government functioning, excessive television, and the way the Internet is completely out of control with advertising. Is corporate globalization controlling domination, using governments and the rest of us as a distraction or diversion? It seems like politics itself is a distraction or a diversion from some other big-picture phenomenon. The current condition of investment and stock market strategy appears to be a major distraction or diversion from what’s really going on in our world. For example, fad investments seem to foster an environment in which those closer to controlling globalization and the market jump on the bandwagon, investing in the same types of instruments. Imagine the current condition of investment strategies in which people sit back and make huge sums of money without contributing to the desired future condition. In fact, investment often serves as a distraction or diversion for those who created the ideas, rendering them obsolete. Moreover, it appears that those closer to globalization, control, and money are favored over everyone else. In other words, it seems to make kings, castles, and kingdoms for those who make money from money only. Furthermore, law enforcement seems to be a distraction or diversion from what’s going on in corporations and governments. Does the constitution create means of functioning, distractions, and diversions for all of us? In other words, conflict with people appears to get the limelight rather than more substantial issues and higher places. The same is true of court cases and the sensationalism that accompanies them. For example, how often do we hear about globalization, controlling domination, and the exploitation of labor? How often do we hear about globalization controlling domination and excessive pollution in our environment and our controlling structures? How often do we contemplate the cumulative totality of all types of pollution in our society? Do we use more laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for those who are marginalized or at the bottom of the hierarchy more than for those who are at the top? In this situation, we should all focus on the problem itself rather than the pollution, distractions, diversions, chaos, conflicts, and controversy. We need to solve the problem.

One thing I learned in school that was really important was that most problems are complex to identify (on purpose?), so determining the problem’s true nature is the main challenge. It seems like all the distractions and diversions in our society, and I only named a few, are diverting us from finding the true nature of our problems on planet Earth. Sometimes it takes a very long time to understand the true nature of a problem, such that it can be defined understandably. All the distractions and diversions contribute to people misunderstanding the true nature of the problem, thus creating more problems. This leads to more chaos, controversy, conflict, and complexity. Therefore, it makes it more challenging to identify the true nature of the problem. Consequently, we need a grassroots effort that involves everyone, everything, everywhere on Earth, to understand conditions past, present, and future, up to and including the desired future conditions, so we have something to strive for. Therefore, my recommendations are to identify the true nature of the problem on planet Earth and work together to understand the desired future conditions. This will allow us to understand the current condition and the desired future condition. Thus, this will enable us to understand the energy required to reach the desired future condition from our current condition. Being flooded with news pollution all the time in every possible way, from computers to emails to news articles to TV shows, distracts us from understanding those two vital concepts. We need to involve everyone in a census-like effort to understand the needs of people, communities, families, the natural environment, culture, society, and everything else that is important to us. Hearing all the negative news distracts us from focusing on positive energy values and benefits. However, I do think it’s important to understand what is happening to people on Earth, the natural environment, and our culture and society. Maybe we should report these things as patterns on a map rather than as information blurbs, which can be overwhelming. When we see things on a map, we can understand the patterns associated with them and make connections to those problems. Imagine turning negative-energy events on our planet into geographic coordinates so they can become a study of sorts for something else. We can also pay respect to those people who have died, whom I consider heroes. I am looking forward to the We-Me Explorers Cycle and the Unidiversity because we are all considered part of the solution to the problems on Earth, rather than contributors to those problems. With this perspective, people are not the source of the problems on Earth. They are the solution. Imagine being able to contribute to a census on planet Earth when we have planetary problems to understand. Likewise, imagine contributing to a local community problem solution that needs to be understood. In the future, we will all be involved for the benefit of everyone, everything, and everywhere on Earth, from local to global, past, present, and future.  I hypothesize that the distraction-diversion problem stems from the cumulative totality of pollution, confusion, conflict, chaos, and controversy, which acts like an out-of-control positive feedback loop, making it increasingly difficult to identify the problem over time. Is the economy out of control? I hypothesize that we are creating distractions and diversions because globalization is controlling the domination of the earth, the economy, and the excessive pollution created at every level within our societies, our governments, our natural environment, and on our planet.

Sustainable Striving Holistic Economics

I wanted to write a paper about economics and my vision for the future. However, in doing some research, I realize there are all kinds of papers on economics, including new economics, traditional economics, ecological economics, environmental economics, spatial economics, economic geography, and any I haven’t gotten around to yet.    In addition to papers, there is a wide variety of books on the topics.   Maybe we ought to get somebody who’s smarter than me to go through all these papers and books, summarize them, and come up with a simple yet effective way to map and analyze economics from fine scale to broad scale, past, present, and future.  From what I can tell thus far, we must have ecological economics that values ecosystem services.   I learned that biodiversity has an infinite value because it’s so essential to our world’s stability and to the cumulative totality of creation.   Whatever brand of economics we choose, or if it’s an integration of several of the ones mentioned, we need to analyze and understand patterns in our world and respond to them with investment.   I’m not sure how supply and demand will be mapped and analyzed, and I’m in favor of holistic, durable goods and holistic supplies, preferring organic over conventional.

My recent exploration into the vast and intricate domain of economic thought, initially sparked by an ambition to articulate my own vision for the future, has revealed a landscape far more diverse and profound than I first imagined. The sheer breadth of existing economic paradigms—from classical and neoclassical theories to emerging fields like ecological economics, spatial economics, and economic geography—presents a formidable challenge. While each offers valuable insights, there appears to be a fragmented understanding that hinders our collective ability to navigate future complexities.

This realization has led me to a crucial conclusion: what we urgently require is a synthesis. We need a concerted effort to distill the wisdom contained within these myriad academic works and practical applications into a singular, yet profoundly effective, analytical framework. This framework should be capable of mapping and interpreting economic realities across all scales—from localized micro-patterns to overarching global trends—and throughout historical, present, and future trajectories.

Central to this proposed framework must be the unequivocal integration of ecological principles. My initial studies strongly underscore the critical role of ecological economics, which places intrinsic value on ecosystem services. Indeed, the concept of biodiversity, in particular, resonates as possessing an inestimable, arguably infinite, value. Its essential contribution to global stability, resilience, and the cumulative richness of life on Earth transcends mere quantifiable metrics.

Furthermore, this new economic paradigm must champion a holistic approach to production and consumption. Our focus should unequivocally shift towards the promotion of durable goods and sustainable supply chains, with a clear preference for organic and regenerative practices over conventional, often extractive, methods. While the precise methodology for integrating traditional supply and demand dynamics within this broader, more nuanced analytical lens remains a compelling area for innovative exploration, I am confident that a holistic perspective will yield transformative insights.

The ultimate utility of such a framework would lie in its capacity to not only illuminate intricate global patterns but also to directly inform and guide strategic investment decisions, ensuring they are both resilient and regenerative. I believe this integrated approach is paramount for fostering a truly sustainable and equitable future. I am eager to discuss these concepts further and explore potential avenues for developing such a comprehensive economic understanding.

Sincerely,

Richard Thomas Simmons

Area based integrated holistic investment and research exploration

Investment will be an important part of the We-Me Explorers cycle because everyone can participate.   I see investment becoming more area-based in the future, so people can choose where to invest in the landscape. It’s kind of like people scoping in the forest service.   Not only that, ecological niche organizations or businesses can be invested in the same way.   In fact, I see it as a multidimensional, multiscale concept, from local to global, where you can invest in planetary phenomena all the way down to Environmental technology and biodiversity in a forest, or biodiversity on planet Earth. These concepts can be somewhat abstract, but they contribute to our people, natural resources, and the environment on Earth.    Whether you invest at the broad scale, the local scale, or somewhere in between, your investment will contribute significantly to our ends in our world.  Area-based investment integrates old-world investing with New World investing.   New World investing focuses on ecosystems and their parts.  Even in manufacturing, these processes can be viewed as ecosystems.   I suggested long ago that corporations change into ecological niche organizations so they can be reminded that they’re part of larger systems. In doing so, the corporation becomes a vital, necessary investment instrument in itself, as it invests in what was formerly known as externalities on earth.   In return, people will invest in the great investment opportunities corporations create.   In doing so, they will consider the needs of everyone, everything, and everywhere on earth in a relatively prioritized way, so that greater dividends are obtained from investment in high-priority problems or the prevention of problems in a holistic way.   Wouldn’t it be great to get to the point in our society where we’re investing only in holistic, preventive concepts rather than reactive measures for problems that have already occurred?  

The We-Me spatially enabled integrated device is the tool of choice, as it becomes the way you navigate to investment prospects when an on-the-ground visit is required.  Investment is then integrated with research in the We-Me Explorers cycle.   This represents a never-ending venture in education, learning, exploration, contribution, and collaboration.    Instead of merely looking at financials, people get involved and get their hands dirty by examining the true nature of problems and investments.   When you integrate this functioning with everything else, it contributes to significant holistic health, holistic inclusion, holistic acceptance, and holistic inspirational incentives.   Imagine getting dividends from every scale and every spatial extent if you invest that way.   One can invest in coral reefs and oceans simultaneously, rendering them redundant.   Moreover, from a human ecology perspective, neighborhoods, communities, and cities can also be invested in.   This will represent a type of people-scoping and investment strategy.  Wouldn’t it be great to invest in ecological services from a philanthropic perspective?   Overall, I am excited about transitioning towards the desired future condition as we all learn about the needs of everything, everyone, and everywhere on earth, as a cycle from planetary to local scales, past, present, and future.  Therefore, as indicated, investment is another dimension to exploration, learning, living, loving, caring, sharing, giving, forgiving, and genuine kindness, striving for genuine kindness, so we can bring about more comfort, hope, love, joy, unity, equity, and sustainable, striving happiness on earth.   The great benefit of all of this will be the integration of knowledge, research, exploration, technology, and striving to understand cumulative totality reality as we strive towards desired future conditions on planet Earth.   Furthermore, I see Geographic Information Systems as a vital system alongside the We-Me Explorers cycle and the spatially enabled, integrated device as we transition to area-based investment.   World Without End…

The We-Me Explorers cycle is poised to redefine our understanding of investment, transforming it from a purely financial transaction into a profound act of collective stewardship and purposeful engagement. Our vision transcends conventional models, envisioning a future where every individual can meaningfully contribute to the flourishing of our planet and its diverse inhabitants.

Imagine an investment landscape deeply rooted in tangible areas and multi-dimensional scales. This isn’t abstract; it’s about empowering you to actively choose and support specific landscapes, from a thriving forest ecosystem to a struggling coral reef, or even innovative environmental technologies. We envision investments ranging from the grand scale of planetary phenomena to the intricate biodiversity of a local watershed. This novel approach seamlessly integrates traditional capital with a ‘New World’ ethos, one that champions ecological well-being and systemic health as the ultimate indicators of value. We believe that even manufacturing processes can be viewed as intricate ecosystems, demanding investment in their sustainable operation and broader impact.

This paradigm shift extends to the very structure of enterprise. For too long, corporations have often overlooked their environmental and social impact as mere “externalities.” However, in this integrated future, we see businesses evolving into vital “ecological niche organizations” – entities that inherently prioritize the health of the larger systems they operate within. By investing in what were once considered peripheral concerns, these corporations become powerful instruments for positive change, attracting a new generation of investors who seek more than just financial returns. This holistic approach ensures that investments prioritize high-impact problems and preventative solutions, fostering a society where collective needs are met, and dividends are measured not only in profit, but in planetary and societal well-being.

Our We-Me spatially enabled integrated device, seamlessly powered by Geographic Information Systems (GIS), will be the indispensable tool for navigating this new investment frontier. It acts as your compass, guiding you to vital projects and facilitating on-the-ground engagement when desired. Investment within the We-Me Explorers cycle is intrinsically linked with research, fostering an ongoing journey of education, learning, exploration, contribution, and collaboration. This is an invitation to move beyond mere financial statements; it’s an opportunity to immerse oneself in the true nature of challenges and the genuine potential of solutions, getting our hands “dirty” in the pursuit of a better world.

The ultimate dividends of this integrated approach are far-reaching: holistic health, profound inclusion, widespread acceptance, and inspiring incentives at every scale and spatial extent, right down to the actual geographic coordinates. Consider the power of investing in vibrant neighborhoods and resilient communities, mirroring a form of “people scoping” that elevates human ecology. Or contributing to essential ecological services through a philanthropic lens, where your capital actively supports life-sustaining natural processes. This journey promises to unlock immense comfort, hope, love, joy, unity, equity, and sustainable happiness across our planet. It represents a monumental stride towards integrating knowledge, research, exploration, and technology, collectively striving to understand the full reality of our interconnected existence and shape the desired future conditions for Earth, for generations to come.

We-Me cycle leads to holistic integrated health for everyone, everything, everywhere, from local to planetary health

Dear Everyone, 

The We-Me cycle with a spatial-enabled, integrated device allows people to explore, live, learn, and love one another.  It engages everyone on earth and enables tremendous collaboration and cohesiveness among each of us and all of us.   There are tremendous holistic health benefits that naturally occur while participating in the We-Me Unidiversity research explorer cycle.  Not only does it engage everyone on Earth, but it also helps everyone become active again, thereby improving their health over time.   It gets people’s heart rates up and helps them get their steps in every day.  This enduring striving keeps a person interested in all that life has to offer, thereby minimizing mental health problems.   I am a believer that these mental health problems contribute to physical health problems later on in life. I also believe that physical health problems can contribute to mental health problems later on in life as well.   The cycle does incredible things to your mood and your desire to live life to the fullest.   It gets you excited to live every day.   By engaging in the diverse experiences offered, people become fulfilled with a whole bunch of experiences and research that they can share with their friends and everybody else.   The storytelling is infinite.    Disengagement leads to significant levels of healthy collaboration, communication, and happiness.   Therefore, living, exploring, learning, loving, sharing, giving, forgiving, genuine kindness, striving, which brings about Comfort, joy, love, Hope, unity, equity, faith, and sustainable striving happiness, leads to planetary health over time. Once we have planetary health, we have individual health and vice versa, as it is an inextricable link cycle.   This cycle is a continuous upward spiral.  Over time, as we contribute to the health of everyone, everything, everywhere on earth, we will be contributing to the health of ourselves as well.   Imagine 8 billion people collaborating on this effort around the world, from local to global, as we focus on past, present, and future conditions on planet Earth.

We are thrilled to unveil the vision for a groundbreaking initiative: the We-Me Explorer Cycle. This innovative, spatially enabled, and integrated platform is meticulously designed to unite individuals across the globe, fostering unparalleled exploration, learning, and connection. It stands as a testament to our commitment to cultivating a profound sense of shared humanity and collective purpose.

The benefits of engaging with the We-Me Explorer Cycle extend far beyond mere participation, offering a profound revitalization of both physical and mental well-being. By encouraging active movement and exploration, the We-Me Explorer Cycle naturally elevates cardiovascular health, contributes significantly to daily exercise targets, and reignites an intrinsic zest for life. This sustained, purposeful engagement is crucial in mitigating mental health challenges, echoing my firm conviction that mental and physical health are inextricably linked, each profoundly influencing the other throughout our lives. Thus, the We-Me Explorer Cycle acts as a powerful catalyst for improved mood, enhanced vitality, and a renewed desire to embrace life to its absolute fullest.

Through the diverse and enriching experiences offered by the We-Me Explorer Cycle, individuals will discover profound personal fulfillment. These shared adventures (active or passive) naturally generate an endless stream of stories, research, and insights, strengthening bonds within communities and across diverse cultures. Crucially, active engagement within this global-to-local framework cultivates immense collaboration, open communication, and widespread happiness, weaving a vibrant tapestry of human connection.

This endeavor embodies a commitment to living consciously, exploring actively, learning continuously, loving deeply, sharing generously, giving freely, forgiving openly, and practicing genuine kindness. Such sustained striving naturally leads to an abundance of comfort, joy, hope, unity, equity, faith, and ultimately, sustainable happiness for all. We firmly believe that planetary health and individual well-being are not separate entities; they form an inseparable, reciprocal cycle. As we contribute to the health of our planet, we inherently enhance our own lives.

The We-Me Explorer Cycle is engineered as a continuous, upward spiral. This dynamic, positive, and negative feedback system inherently reinforces growth, sustainability, and stability for everyone and everything involved. Over time, as we collectively nurture the health of every living thing, everywhere on Earth, we are simultaneously investing in the enduring health and future of ourselves. With the We-Me Explorer Cycle, every age is holistically included, and everyone is holistically accepted. Nobody does it better than each of us and all of us together,

Imagine a world where eight billion people collaborate seamlessly on this shared journey, transcending local boundaries to thoughtfully address the past, navigate the complexities of the present, and proactively shape the future conditions of our precious planet. This is the transformative potential that the We-Me Explorer Cycle promises.

Sincerely,

Richard Thomas Simmons

The spatially enabled integrated device and We-Me cycle (Earth Unidiversity Research Explorers cycle) contribute towards solving most of the major problems on Earth by engaging everyone on Earth

As I live my life, I can’t help but notice all of the people who need something in their lives.  They appear to be lonely, isolated, and in need of Holistic inclusion, holistic, inspirational incentives, and holistic acceptance from the Unidiversity.   All each person needs to do is find out what interests them and what they would like to explore, allocate energy to, live, learn, and love.   It appears that people are just wasting the day away to get to tomorrow.   If they didn’t have their integrated device, I can’t imagine what they would be doing.   This type of loneliness and isolation leads to mental health challenges.   The unidiversity research explorers’ cycles solve the problem of loneliness and isolation by connecting people with a vast number of opportunities to live, learn, love, explore, and do anything else you can imagine.   Once everybody is integrated on earth, from a perspective of both similarity and unique diversity, we can all share our opportunities, exploration, adventures, living, learning, loving, and sharing experiences.   We will all have hands-on opportunities to contribute to exploration and research, which is impressive given all the interesting things you can learn.  Imagine all the geographic coordinates that will be used for learning and exploration.   Basically, it takes all the knowledge that’s known and puts it on the face of the Earth so that each of us, and all of us, everyone, everything on earth will be represented.   The We-Me, which is spatially enabled, keeps everyone engaged with living, learning, exploring, loving, caring, sharing, giving, forgiving, and genuine kindness, striving, so we can bring about conditions of comfort, joy, love, Hope, unity, Equity, faith, and sustainable, enduring happiness.  Moreover, the cycle keeps all of us, everything, everywhere on earth connected with each of us because nobody does it better than each of us and all of us together.   Therefore, by working together, we will all holistically adapt towards the desired future condition.   The  Unidiversity, or all of us together on earth, will keep track of all of the needs, holistic prescriptive advice, and calculate and allocate ecological equilibrium compensation towards similarity energy allocation.   At the same time, people will contribute their own life’s purpose, life’s path, and any other unique contributions.   Consequently, with this method, everyone has so many options that they will never be lonely and isolated again.

I’ve been reflecting deeply on the human experience, and it’s clear that a profound longing for genuine connection pervades our modern world. So many individuals grapple with a pervasive sense of loneliness and isolation, often navigating life’s complexities with a feeling of being adrift, seemingly just existing from one day to the next, often tethered to digital devices for a semblance of engagement. This detachment, I believe, is a significant contributor to widespread mental health challenges.

This observation has fueled the development of the Unidiversity initiative – a comprehensive framework designed to fundamentally transform how we interact, learn, and grow as a global community. The core principle of Unidiversity is to foster holistic inclusion, provide inspirational incentives, and cultivate universal acceptance, creating a space where every person feels valued and connected.

Imagine a world where the path to personal fulfillment is clearly illuminated: by discovering what truly ignites our interest, exploring passions, and dedicating energy to living, learning, and loving with purpose. The Unidiversity offers a vast array of opportunities, acting as a dynamic “explorer cycle” that empowers individuals to delve into new realms of knowledge and experience. It’s about translating abstract learning into tangible, shared adventures, leveraging every geographic coordinate on Earth as a potential site for collaborative research and exploration.

Our vision, embodied by the “We-Me” concept, is a spatially enabled, integrated network that keeps everyone actively engaged. This isn’t merely about digital connection; it’s about inspiring real-world participation in living, learning, exploring, loving, caring, sharing, giving, forgiving, and striving for genuine kindness. We aim to cultivate an environment that fosters conditions of comfort, joy, love, hope, unity, equity, faith, and sustainable, striving happiness for all.

The Unidiversity thrives on collective strength. We firmly believe that nobody can achieve more than “each of us and all of us together.” By working collaboratively, we will holistically adapt towards a desired future condition, where collective well-being is paramount. This initiative will meticulously track individual and collective needs, offering holistic prescriptive guidance, and ensuring a balanced allocation of resources and support – a form of ecological equilibrium compensation that honors both our similarities and our unique diversity.

Ultimately, each individual will have the profound opportunity to contribute their unique life’s purpose, path, and distinct talents to this grand tapestry. This method ensures such a wealth of options and avenues for engagement that loneliness and isolation will become relics of the past. It’s about building a truly interconnected Earth, where shared opportunities, exploration, adventures, living, learning, loving, and shared experiences unite us all in a vibrant, supportive global community as well as all including all other communities. 

The We-Me cycle-Earth Unidiversity Research Explorer Cycle

Dear Esteemed Colleagues, Global Citizens, and Visionaries,

With the We-Me Earth Unidiversity, the Earth Research Explorer Cycle, and the location-enabled integrated device, everyone is accepted to the unidiversity on Earth.   All schools, from smallest to largest, are included in  Unidiversity, as it represents a lifelong learning, exploration, and research commitment for everyone, everything, everywhere on earth.  This idea fosters tremendous unity and equity on our planet.   Everyone has a commitment to loving, sharing, giving, forgiving, genuine kindness, striving to bring about conditions of comfort, joy, love, hope, unity, equity, faith, and sustainable, striving happiness.   Most importantly, the cycle unifies us towards continuous adaptation, striving towards a desired future condition on planet Earth.    It helps pick everybody up, showing tremendous amounts of equity on our planet.   Everyone is involved with the similarity foundation earth ethic, so we can bring about those desired future conditions, harmoniously and holistically.   From a unique diversity perspective, it allows us to pursue our own life’s path, ideas, creativity, innovation, and anything else we choose.   Therefore, the We-Me cycle is about creating multiple redundancies so that if we have problems in one part of the system, another part will take over.  Likewise, we will have 8 billion people on earth contributing to holistic, well-intentioned efforts on our planet to bring us closer to that desired future condition.   This concept fosters tremendous cohesion, collaboration, unity, and holistic effort.   Moreover, it creates communities of all types, from fine-scale to broad-scale.  Therefore, it can be seen as multidimensional, from global to local, and from past, present, and future.   Overlapping responsibilities involve redundancies and multiple communities contributing to the same desired future condition.     This is important because our objectives span several scales, so we must integrate and unify within those communities to achieve holistic redundancy.   Over time, holistic inclusion, inspirational incentives, and holistic acceptance are desired by everyone on earth.   Therefore, there is a tremendous amount of ecological compensation available to those who contribute any amount whatsoever.   More ecological equilibrium compensation will be allocated to those people who allocate more energy.   The amount of energy that needs to be allocated towards the effort is the desired future condition minus the current condition, from the local scale to the global scale.   The We-Me cycle is really about each of us and all of us, everyone, everything, everywhere on earth as a cycle. Nobody does it better than each of us and all of us together.  This concept will be planned by everyone on earth, giving others who know about planning systems, etc., a chance to contribute.

I am writing to share an evolving vision for humanity’s future on Earth, one that seeks to transcend conventional boundaries and foster unprecedented levels of collaboration and collective flourishing. This concept, born from deep reflection, aims to fundamentally redefine our approach to learning, progress, and planetary stewardship.

At its core lies the “Earth Unidiversity”, an innovative global ecosystem in which universal access to knowledge and continuous exploration become fundamental rights and responsibilities for every individual. Imagine a world where all educational institutions, research bodies, and intellectual endeavors are seamlessly integrated into a singular, yet diverse, learning platform. This Unidiversity is not merely a collection of schools; it embodies a lifelong commitment to discovery, research, and shared growth, accessible to everyone, everywhere, through advanced, integrated digital and physical infrastructure. This paradigm shift promises to foster profound unity and equitable opportunity across our planet.

This vision is underpinned by a profound set of shared values. We are called to embody compassion, foster genuine kindness, promote generosity, courtesy, and practice forgiveness. Our collective efforts are dedicated to cultivating a global environment characterized by comfort, joy, enduring love, unwavering hope, true equity, and sustainable, holistic well-being for all.

Central to this transformative agenda is the **We-Me Global Collaboration Framework**. This framework is designed to harmonize individual aspirations with our collective advancement towards a continuously evolving and desired future state for Planet Earth. It acts as a powerful unifying force, ensuring that every person’s contribution, regardless of scale, is recognized as vital. By establishing a shared ethical foundation for our planet, this framework empowers us to collectively navigate challenges and realize our shared aspirations in a harmonious and holistic manner.

The “We-Me” model champions diversity within unity. It explicitly encourages each individual to pursue their unique life path, cultivate innovative ideas, unleash creativity, and explore any endeavor they choose. Simultaneously, it builds inherent redundancies into our global systems, ensuring resilience: should one part of our vast network encounter an issue, complementary initiatives and communities are poised to provide support and continuity. We envision a future where all 8 billion inhabitants of Earth are actively engaged, contributing their unique talents and insights towards holistic, well-intentioned global efforts.

This integrated approach will cultivate tremendous cohesion, foster unparalleled collaboration, and unite us in a holistic pursuit of global betterment. It enables the formation of diverse communities, from finely-tuned local initiatives to broad international consortia of niche organizations, operating across all dimensions—global to local, past, present, and future. Overlapping responsibilities, intrinsic to this framework, create a robust network in which multiple communities contribute synergistically to shared goals, ensuring comprehensive reach and impact across various scales.

Ultimately, our collective aspiration is for holistic inclusion, inspirational incentives, and universal acceptance. To this end, we propose a system of **Ecological Equilibrium Compensation**. This is not merely a reward system but a mechanism to acknowledge and reciprocate the energy and commitment individuals dedicate to enhancing planetary well-being. Those who allocate more effort towards closing the gap between our current global state and our collectively desired future conditions—whether at a local or global level—will find their contributions recognized and amplified, creating a virtuous cycle of sustained engagement.

The **We-Me Global Collaboration Framework** fundamentally represents the interconnectedness of “each of us” and “all of us”—everyone, everything, everywhere on Earth—moving in concert. Our strength lies in our collective wisdom and combined action. This monumental endeavor will be planned collaboratively by all global citizens, honoring and integrating the specialized knowledge of experts who possess deeper insights into complex systems and effective planning methodologies.

Together, we can forge a future of unprecedented unity, progress, and shared prosperity.

Sincerely,

Richard Thomas Simmons

Courtesy

Henry Wells pioneered the express business in the northeast in the 1840s. His philosophy for success involves courtesy..   Besides being polite, courtesy to me means giving deference to others and letting others go first Through a door, for example.   To me, Courtesy is also about loving, caring, sharing, giving, forgiving, genuine kindness striving .   Courtesy is meant to bring around conditions of comfort, joy, love, Hope, unity, equity, faith and sustainable and holistic striving happiness.   Courtesy is about giving other people a chance at life. Moreover, it’s about helping people achieve the things that they want to achieve in life.   It is also about striving towards our desired future condition with our similarities.   Courtesy is not about extreme competition and survival at any cost.   It’s about holistic competition and helping other people survive in a difficult world.  Likewise, courtesy is about lifting people up when they Need help.   Therefore, I see courtesy as a word that is more than just success. It is an ethic that we should strive for as we transition towards desired future condition on earth.

Drawing inspiration from historical figures like Henry Wells, whose pioneering spirit in the 1840s express business was underpinned by a philosophy of courtesy, I often reflect on the profound depth of this seemingly simple concept. For me, courtesy transcends mere politeness; it embodies a fundamental respect and profound deference towards others, extending beyond a gracious gesture like holding open a door to encompass a more expansive ethos of human connection.

True courtesy, as I understand it, is an active expression of our noblest human qualities. It manifests as genuine love and heartfelt caring, evidenced through selfless sharing and generous giving. It is the grace of forgiveness that heals divides and the unwavering commitment to genuine kindness in all interactions. These aren’t just abstract ideals; they are the bedrock upon which meaningful relationships and a thriving society are built.

Indeed, courtesy is the very catalyst for cultivating an environment rich with comfort, boundless joy, enduring love, and an unshakeable sense of hope. It fosters unity, championing equity and instilling faith, ultimately paving the way for sustainable and holistic well-being for all. It is the principle that empowers individuals, offering them not just a fighting chance in life, but also steadfast support in realizing their aspirations and achieving their personal milestones. Moreover, courtesy calls us to recognize our shared humanity, prompting us to collaborate and collectively strive towards a more desirable future.

This ethical framework stands in stark contrast to the relentless pursuit of individual success at any cost. Instead of endorsing extreme competition and survival of the fittest, courtesy advocates for a holistic approach, where success is measured not just by personal gain, but by our collective ability to uplift and sustain one another, especially in challenging times. It is about extending a helping hand without hesitation, offering support and encouragement when it is most needed.

Therefore, for me, courtesy is far more than a characteristic of success; it is a fundamental moral imperative, an indispensable ethic that we must consciously cultivate and embody as we navigate our journey towards a more compassionate and harmonious existence on this planet.

Richard Thomas Simmons

Ecological equilibrium compensation in the similarity foundation on earth

Dear colleagues,

Are holistic inclusion, holistic inspiration incentives, and holistic acceptance the cure for most mental health problems and disability?  Imagine if we introduced ecological equilibrium compensation to their lives as they become more active in participation.  Ecological equilibrium compensation is a holistic inclusion and holistic inspirational incentive tool where we input the people’s needs back into their lives to bring them back up to equilibrium in function.   Imagine all the people on Social Security that would be set free to contribute to a desired future condition on planet Earth with the rest of us.   Instead of the stigma of getting Social Security, people will be known to get similarity ecological compensation, which is a common stimulus for everyone.  The similarity condition on earth is about loving, caring, sharing, giving, forgiving, and genuine kindness striving To bring about conditions of comfort, joy, love, Hope, unity, equity and sustainable, striving happiness.   Whenever someone allocates energy towards the similarity foundation foundational Considerations they qualify for ecological equilibrium compensation as a normal part of living, learning, loving and exploring on planet Earth.   All of these people still have an opportunity to contribute towards unique diversity level entities, and constructs.  Unique diversity level contributions can include anything that involves a purpose driven life, purpose for living, creativity, ideas, or what a person is meant to do in their lifetime beyond similarity foundation considerations.   Moreover, the great thing about all of this is that people can contribute as much as they would like towards the desired future condition on planet Earth Whether it is a similarity consideration or unique diversity, purpose, driven life consideration.   

Our present societal structures often fall short in addressing the foundational well-being of individuals, particularly concerning mental health. I believe a transformative approach is essential, one rooted in principles of holistic inclusion, authentic inspiration, and universal acceptance. These elements, when interwoven into the fabric of our communities, hold the potential for a profoundly positive impact on collective mental health and overall societal resilience.

To truly empower every individual, we must reimagine our support systems. Consider an “Ecological Equilibrium Compensation” (EEC) framework. This concept proposes a dignified mechanism designed to proactively meet fundamental human needs, thereby restoring individuals to a state of optimal function and flourishing. Unlike existing systems that often carry an unintended stigma, EEC would be recognized as a standard societal stimulus – a universal baseline acknowledging the inherent value and potential of every person.

Imagine a world where the millions currently navigating the challenges of social security could instead be unburdened and empowered to actively contribute their talents towards a thriving future for our planet. EEC would liberate individuals from the anxieties of basic survival, allowing them to engage meaningfully. This compensation would be intrinsically linked to a shared human endeavor – what we might call the “Collective Ethos.” Or Earth ethic.  This ethos is characterized by universal values such as profound empathy, collaborative spirit, generosity, mutual forgiveness, and genuine kindness. By fostering conditions of comfort, joy, love, hope, unity, equity, and sustainable happiness, we cultivate a harmonious and progressive society.

Under this model, any individual who dedicates their energy towards upholding these foundational “Collective Ethos” or Earth ethic considerations would naturally qualify for Ecological Equilibrium Compensation. It would be an integral aspect of living, learning, loving, and exploring on Earth, rather than a measure of last resort.

Crucially, this foundational support does not diminish individual expression; rather, it amplifies it. With their basic needs met and their dignity affirmed, individuals are then free to pursue and contribute to “Unique Diversity” endeavors. These contributions encompass the full spectrum of purpose-driven lives, boundless creativity, innovative ideas, and the unique vocations each person feels compelled to fulfill beyond the fundamental collective ethos. Whether an individual chooses to dedicate their efforts primarily to reinforcing our shared values or to pioneering unique and diverse initiatives, this framework allows for limitless contribution potential towards our desired future condition on Earth. It fosters a dynamic interplay between our collective well-being and individual flourishing.

Sincerely,

Richard Thomas Simmons

Immigration and needs

I find it hard to believe that very many of the people coming across the borders into the United States are gang members, criminals, and terrorists, unless we are truly at war. However, if some people exhibit these symptoms and signs of illness, they need help. Most of them have been through hell.  Moreover, they have been through extreme survival zone suffering, such that they need holistic, well-motivated, positive-energy people to help them. They need to go to hospitals at times and get accepted again.   Before getting accepted, they need to go through reconciliations, confessions, and counseling.   We should not be going to war with these people, as they are likely among the most in need of help in our world.   By getting the hospital help they need, they will become holistic, well-motivated, positive-energy people again.   Furthermore, we need absolutely everyone on earth to contribute to our desired future conditions.   We don’t need them to be in situations of liability, like prisons and jails.   We need to change our perspective, moving away from adversarial types of confrontation toward holistic, well-motivated, positive-energy actions.   Therefore, these people will be initiated into society again, allowing them to devote all their energy to holistic sustainability.

I wish to share some reflections on the complex discourse surrounding individuals arriving at our borders and already in this country.  It is a disservice to the nuances of this humanitarian situation to broadly label all who seek refuge or new beginnings as inherently criminal, dangerous, or adversarial. Such generalizations obscure the profound human narratives at play and impede the development of truly effective and humane functioning.

Many of these individuals arrive having endured unimaginable suffering – fleeing persecution, violence, war, or severe deprivation. Their journeys are often fraught with further trauma, leaving deep psychological and emotional scars. When some exhibit behaviors that raise concerns, it is often a symptom of this profound trauma and desperation, rather than an innate criminal intent. To address these challenges effectively, we must first recognize the underlying causes.

Instead of an approach rooted in suspicion and confrontation, which only serves to deepen divisions and exacerbate suffering, we are called to embrace a paradigm of empathy, support, and integration. Our focus should be on therapeutic intervention and robust rehabilitation, rather than solely punitive measures. This involves providing comprehensive medical care, specialized trauma-informed psychological services, and opportunities for counseling and reconciliation where past harm or personal struggles need to be addressed.

By investing in these critical services, we offer a path for individuals to heal, to process their experiences, and to rebuild their lives with dignity. This proactive approach transforms potential societal liabilities into assets. When individuals are supported in their recovery and integration, they are empowered to become contributing members of our communities, sharing their unique skills and perspectives.

Ultimately, our collective well-being depends on fostering an environment where every individual has the opportunity to thrive. Shifting from an adversarial stance to one of collaborative, compassionate action will not only address immediate humanitarian needs but also cultivate a more resilient, inclusive, holistic, and sustainable society for all. Let us commit to a future where healing and opportunity are prioritized, enabling everyone to contribute positively to our shared prosperity.