The truth is, we are still living in a slave society, governed by the same scarcity-based systems of control that have oppressed people for centuries. These systems—rooted in land ownership, regulatory capture, and confirmation bias—keep us trapped in cycles of competition, fear, and dependence. But we don’t have to accept this as our fate.

By recognizing that no human owns the land, we reclaim our role as caretakers rather than exploiters. We can evolve beyond the mindset of scarcity and control, moving toward a system based on abundance, collaboration, and shared stewardship. This is not just an abstract vision—it’s a call to action to dismantle the structures of ownership, power, and control and build a society where everyone can thrive.

The shift from a slave society to one based on abundance and caretaking requires not just new policies or reforms but a fundamental transformation of how we see ourselves and our relationship to the world. It means recognizing that the structures we’ve inherited—land ownership, regulatory systems, economic hierarchies—are not natural or inevitable. They are the result of a long history of oppression, and they can be changed.

The current system underestimates humanity.

It treats people as if they are rats in a maze, pitting them against each other in a fight for survival while maintaining control through artificial scarcity.

But humanity is not unworthy of abundance—on the contrary, people thrive in environments where resources are shared, and opportunities are distributed equitably.

Our current economic and social systems are descendants of the same slave-based power structures that have defined civilization for centuries. Slavery wasn’t just about the physical ownership of people—it was a system of control, coercion, and exploitation that became deeply embedded in the very fabric of society. The legal and economic frameworks designed during those times still reverberate today, governing modern economies and creating systems that exploit the many for the benefit of the few.

Persistence in Law and Regulation

The same laws, rules, and institutions that supported slavery, colonization, and exploitation have evolved but not fundamentally changed. They still serve to maintain hierarchies, favor the wealthy and powerful, and keep the majority of people in a state of economic and social captivity. As a check to maintain control regulatory capture ensures that those in power continue to manipulate laws to maintain control, locking people into cycles of scarcity and dependence.

The truth is, the biases that reinforce the status quo—both scientific and philosophical—are self-serving for those in power. By keeping society focused on scarcity, competition, and fear, they maintain their control. The challenge for society is to recognize this manipulation and begin to build systems that promote abundance, cooperation, and well-being for all.

The Post-Truth Philosophy developing is about breaking free from this maze—recognizing that we are worthy of abundance and that the systems of control are neither natural nor inevitable. By confronting these biases and the power structures that uphold them, we can reclaim our potential and build a world where human flourishing is not the exception, but the rule.

Moving from a mindset of scarcity to abundance means rethinking how we organize society. Instead of competing for limited resources, we focus on collaboration, sustainability, and mutual care. This requires dismantling the structures of ownership and control that have defined society for centuries and rebuilding a system where land, housing, and resources are shared equitably.

When we stop seeing land as something to be owned and start recognizing it as something we are responsible for, we break the cycle of exploitation and control. Land becomes a shared resource meant to sustain everyone, rather than a commodity hoarded by a few. At the heart of this philosophy is a shift from ownership to caretaking. The concept of owning land is a product of the scarcity mindset. It assumes that land and resources are finite and must be controlled. But the truth is, no human can truly own the land—we are merely caretakers of it. This shift in mindset is crucial for moving away from scarcity economics and toward a system of abundance and shared stewardship.

humanity has been on an evolutionary arc—moving from survival-based societies into more complex forms of governance and economy. However, in our attempt to make the world safer and more controlled, we’ve gone to extreme lengths, creating systems of control that do more harm than good. The scars of this overkill are everywhere: in widespread poverty, environmental destruction, mental health crises, and institutional violence.

• The problem is that the power structures—those who hold the keys to the land, resources, and wealth—are blinded by their own self-interest. They don’t see the damage because they benefit from it. Their confirmation bias reinforces the belief that the system works because it works for them, while the rest of society continues to suffer.

The scars of overkill I reference are signs that we have pushed too far in the direction of control, losing sight of our ability to coexist with the natural world and with each other. The next step in our evolutionary arc is not to control more but to control less—to decentralize power, redistribute resources, and embrace a system where people can live freely, securely, and in harmony with the earth and each other.

Regulatory capture ensures that those who hold economic power—corporations, industry leaders, and political elites—remain in control of the system. They write the rules, and those rules are designed to protect their interests while keeping the rest of society in a state of dependence. The science of inquiry has been co-opted, not to seek truth or understanding, but to validate and maintain the status quo. This creates a feedback loop where the same false narratives—about competition, scarcity, and the necessity of control—are reinforced over and over.

Society has been taught to see itself through the lens of these false narratives. We’re told that competition, hierarchy, and scarcity are natural and inevitable aspects of life. This confirmation bias is baked into education, media, and even science, reinforcing the idea that the system we live in is the only way to organize society. It’s a subtle but powerful form of mental captivity that discourages people from imagining alternatives or challenging the assumptions that keep them enslaved.

The Post-Truth Philosophy is not an abstract critique—it is a call for a radical reckoning with the injustices of the current system. At its core is the belief that land and housing are not commodities to be traded but rights that must be protected for all. The concept of home is central to human dignity, and until we can ensure that every person on this planet has a safe place to live, the system will continue to degrade itself and its people.

This is not just a philosophical statement—it’s a revolutionary demand. A system that hoards land and power, that denies people the basic right to home, cannot stand. The Post-Truth movement is here to force this reckoning, to expose the inherent contradictions of capitalism, and to rebuild society from the ground up, based on the principles of integrity, community, and human flourishing. Society in the postmodern world—it degrades individuals and elevates the worst aspects of human nature to ensure control—speaks to a broader need for a systemic overhaul. The system, as it stands, is unsustainable. It co-opts creativity, stifles potential, and forces compliance to maintain itself at the cost of human dignity and flourishing.

The Post-Truth movement is about forcing institutions to reckon with the inconsistencies and injustices they perpetuate. In a Post-Truth world, success is no longer about the accumulation of wealth or the control of land but about the flourishing of human life in all its forms. To achieve this, we must dismantle the current structures of land ownership, property rights, and capitalist exploitation that keep people locked in cycles of dependency and deprivation.

To break free from this degrading system, we must rebuild the very structures that support society. Education should no longer be about training people to compete in a system of scarcity but should focus on empowering individuals to live with integrity, make meaningful contributions, and flourish as human beings. This is not a utopian vision but a moral imperative.

• Schools must stop teaching competition for survival and start fostering collaboration, community-building, and a deep respect for human dignity.

Scarcity economics—a clever little trick, isn’t it? At the heart of this system lies the belief that everything worth having is in short supply, and naturally, it must be hoarded, fought over, and—most importantly—controlled. This scarcity mindset is the beating heart of our fossil-fueled economy, housing markets, and even social services. It’s a bit like running the world on a diet of perpetual deprivation, with the powers that be playing the role of dietitians, rationing out just enough to keep you hungry, but never enough to make you full.

You see, scarcity isn’t just about resources running low—oh no, that would be too simple, too honest. Instead, it’s more like a finely-tuned illusion, a tool of control. By keeping people perpetually needy, the system ensures compliance. After all, who’s going to revolt when the alternative to obedience is losing the roof over your head, or worse, going without food or security? It’s a setup designed to make you thankful for crumbs while pretending the loaf was never in sight.

Take fossil fuels, for example—the ultimate magician’s trick. They’ve made us believe the whole world runs on them, like we’re all chained to the whims of the black gold under our feet. Sure, they’re poisoning the planet, but beyond the environmental crisis, there’s a deeper economic sleight of hand going on. Fossil fuels don’t just power the world—they centralize power. They’ve been used to build dependencies, suppress innovation, and stifle alternatives that could give us, dare I say it, abundance.

Oh, there are alternatives, make no mistake. But why invest in sustainable energy when fossil fuels create just the right amount of scarcity to keep the gears of this power machine turning? Scarcity as control is the game, and the fossil fuel industry is playing it masterfully, keeping the world on its knees while viable, cleaner solutions linger in the wings like the understudy who never quite makes it to the stage.

It’s all very tidy, really—scarcity economics keeps the masses competing in a rigged game, chasing what they’re told is a limited prize, while those at the top play by different rules entirely. The system thrives on this dance of desperation, where survival demands conformity and innovation is seen as a threat rather than a solution. Quite a charming setup, don’t you think? It’s the kind of cleverness that would make even Loki raise an eyebrow.

But here’s the rub: the scarcity mindset is as much an illusion as the power it props up. The world has always had the resources for abundance, but convincing the masses of that truth? Well, that would mean the game’s over, wouldn’t it? And those who’ve thrived on the myth of scarcity might find themselves out of a job.

So, welcome to the grand illusion—the world of scarcity economics, where the system makes sure you’re just desperate enough to play along, but never free enough to question why we’re still running this tired old con.

• Business and Economic Structures: Businesses, too, must be restructured to prioritize human needs. This means deconstructing the systems that promote endless growth at the expense of human and environmental health. Corporate power must be held accountable, and economic structures must be reshaped to ensure that everyone can thrive—not just those who manage to climb to the top.

Judgment Day for the System

Post-Truth is not a metaphor or a philosophical statement—it's a reckoning for the inherent contradictions of the system. The system cannot be reformed—it must be radically restructured. Land ownership and the control of resources need to be decoupled from power if we are to truly redefine what success means in society.

This is a judgment day for the modern world. A system that allows for homelessness, displacement, and the deprivation of basic human needs cannot be considered successful by any moral or philosophical standard. It’s a system built on exclusion, where the very concept of home—something that should be universal—is reserved for the privileged few.

At the center of this revolution is the redefinition of home. Home is not just a structure or investment—it is the foundation of human security. A radical shift is necessary to transform housing from a commodity into a right, to ensure that everyone, regardless of wealth, can access a safe, secure place to live. This requires breaking the control of land by the wealthy few and redistributing access to housing and resources to benefit all people.

Control of Land is Control of People: The way land is owned, distributed, and regulated underpins much of the social stratification and economic inequality that exists today. Land, as it’s currently held, ensures that a select few control the resources, while the majority are forced to fight for scraps in a rigged system.

Land ownership in modern society is tied to power structures that enforce scarcity—keeping land expensive, housing inaccessible, and people locked in cycles of dependency. Those who control land dictate the economic destiny of nations and individuals alike.

Housing as a Basic Human Right

The idea that everyone should have a safe home is seen as radical because it undermines the foundation of capitalist power. Housing, land, and property are treated as commodities, but they should be understood as fundamental human rights. This redefinition requires dismantling the current power structures and reimagining ownership not in terms of wealth, but in terms of well-being and equity.

Note that any attempt to redefine success—moving away from material wealth and corporate power to focus on personal integrity, community and human well-being—is immediately met with resistance by the system because it threatens the very foundations upon which it is built. The power structures that control land are designed to ensure that home is a privilege, not a right. In this system, land is not just property; it’s power, and those in control of land control society.

Material Wealth vs. Integrity

The notion that success should be defined by personal integrity, meaningful contributions, and human flourishing directly challenges the current system’s emphasis on capital accumulation. This would require an entire paradigm shift, where education, business, and social structures are rebuilt to prioritize human needs over economic profits.

The concept of home becomes central to this reckoning. Without access to a safe, secure home, people cannot thrive, cannot contribute meaningfully to society, and cannot live with dignity. The Post-Truth movement calls for a radical shift where land and housing are no longer tools of power and control but are redistributed to ensure that everyone can live freely, safely, and with purpose.

By acknowledging the ugliness of the system, we can begin the difficult process of dismantling it and building something better. This starts with education, where children should be taught not just to compete but to think critically, develop their true talents, and work together for a more equitable, just society. It extends to the workforce, where businesses should prioritize human value over profit margins, and to the economy, where access to opportunity should be based on merit and potential, not wealth or connections.

This is a call to reject complicity, reclaim authenticity, and work toward a future that uplifts everyone, not just the select few.

To break free from this degrading system, society must shift its mindset from scarcity to abundance. We are not rats, and the system’s manipulations of competition and control are neither natural nor inevitable. They are manufactured and can be dismantled.

Human beings are capable of abundance.

When people are given the resources, freedom, and space to thrive, they will naturally gravitate toward cooperation and support rather than competition and fear. History shows that communities work best when they share resources, build systems of mutual support, and trust in each other's potential.

Abundance is the antidote to the control that power structures use to maintain their grip. By creating systems that prioritize human well-being—through equitable distribution of resources, access to education, housing, and healthcare—we can move toward a society where collaboration and care replace competition and scarcity.

Just as rats in scarcity-driven experiments are forced to fight for survival, humans in our societal structure are forced to comply with unjust rules to survive. This compliance comes in the form of accepting wage labor, adhering to oppressive economic systems, and buying into the illusion of meritocracy—all while ignoring the deeper structural injustices that rig the system.

Survival is contingent on compliance with these rules. Those who refuse to conform—who push back against exploitative jobs, unfair housing practices, or inadequate healthcare systems—are punished. They are marginalized, denied resources, and often excluded from participating fully in society. The system is designed to reward obedience and punish dissent, ensuring that the majority remains trapped in cycles of dependence and scarcity.

Biased scientific and philosophical premises underpin this worldview. Research often funded or supported by powerful entities reflects their biases—showing that competition and scarcity lead to innovation, growth, or social stability. This premise overlooks the clear evidence that abundance, when structured to support cooperation, leads to well-being, creativity, and progress. In Rat Park, the rats who lived in a stimulating, abundant environment displayed none of the aggressive, destructive behaviors of their counterparts in constrained environments.

In the same way, humans in a society where abundance—of housing, food, healthcare, and education—is guaranteed would be far more likely to flourish, collaborate, and innovate. However, this is counterproductive to the goals of those in power, who thrive on the continuation of scarcity, as it ensures their privilege and control remain intact.

Those in power maintain the belief that humanity is not worthy of abundance. This belief is self-serving, as it justifies their hoarding of resources and control over societal structures. They perpetuate the idea that abundance would lead to moral decay, inefficiency, or even societal collapse, as people would supposedly lose their motivation to work, become lazy, or misuse the resources.

We are not rats in a maze, but the system treats us as if we are. Just like in the experiments, the environment we live in has been intentionally designed to foster scarcity and competition. Economic policies, housing markets, and social hierarchies are all built around limiting access to resources—whether it be money, land, or opportunities—creating a constant state of struggle for the majority while those at the top remain comfortable and secure.

The scientific confidence that reinforces this approach is built on biased premises—that scarcity and competition are natural, inevitable conditions of life. In reality, the system manipulates conditions to keep people fighting over scraps rather than working together for the common good. This manipulation benefits those in power because it ensures that people remain focused on survival rather than questioning the injustices of the system itself.

For example, experiments like the "Rat Park" study showed that rats placed in rich, abundant environments without artificial scarcity thrived without the negative behaviors seen in rats forced into scarcity. This suggests that abundance, not scarcity, fosters cooperation and well-being. Society mirrors these experiments as powerful institutions have been morally justified in creating conditions of artificial scarcity, forcing people into environments where they are pitted against each other for basic survival. This environment reinforces a mindset of competition over collaboration, where success is tied to one’s ability to navigate systems of control rather than one’s intrinsic value or potential.

Those in power exploit this cognitive dissonance. They reinforce the idea that humanity can’t handle abundance, so instead, the world must operate under the rules of scarcity and competition. This keeps the status quo intact, allowing those in power to maintain control, as most people internalize the belief that this is the only way society can function.

Cognitive dissonance refers to the uncomfortable tension we feel when our beliefs and actions don’t align. In the context of scarcity and abundance, people are taught to believe in fairness, equality, and human potential, yet they live in a system that reinforces hierarchy, competition, and control. This dissonance—between the ideal of abundance and the reality of scarcity—becomes normalized, and society is manipulated into accepting the false premise that abundance is neither possible nor deserved.

The idea that powerful individuals and institutions have long felt satisfied with the notion that humanity is not worthy of abundance is deeply tied to a system of control and scarcity that has been intentionally cultivated. This worldview suggests that humanity, left unchecked, would squander any resources it is given and that society must therefore be governed by strict systems of competition, fear, and control. The underpinning belief is that abundance—true wealth, freedom, and equity for all—would lead to chaos and failure because human beings, as seen by those in power, are incapable of reconciling the cognitive dissonance between their desires for equality and their behavior in systems of inequality.