Taxonomic Structures

Forms & Processes

The Taxonomy is represented using forms (or structures) and processes that link these forms. THEEforms are abstract patterns of psychosocial categories. Each form (pattern) is a whole phenomenon, an entity, in its own right. The Root Cell i.e. «Will» is elaborated into thousands of derived forms in accord with the processes. While the form and process of immediate interest is relatively simple, the architecture-of-the-whole is rather complicated .

The principal forms in the Taxonomy are:

• Hierarchy
• Duality
• Tree
• Spiral based on the Typology Essences Table(TET)

The principal processes in the Taxonomy are:

●emanation ●condensation ●nesting,
●Q-expansion ●influence (relation) ●grouping, ●transformation.
More about processes.

Reminder of how the Taxonomy functions:

• In general, the whole system operates energetically and unconsciously within us, moving our focus efficiently and effectively from one THEE-entity to another. Specific elements come into awareness as naturally required.
• In application or inquiry, representations of the system are used. Diagrams and formulations allow us to fix our attention on a limited number of entities and their relations or interactions.
• Through reflection on diagrams and formulations in the context of our concerns, we activate THEE positively within ourselves and harness its power in dealings with others.

Abstraction is Worthwhile

Forms and processes are abstractions, and abstraction is the essence of science. Non-scientists are nevertheless strongly encouraged to engage with this section. While THEE has its basis in observable experiences and the handling of practical realities, abstractions are practically useful in several ways:

• For Understanding
  Appreciating the abstract forms and processes helps in grasping how any particular THEE framework works. It helps you become familiar with its features and its appropriate use.
• For Inquiry
  The generalized understanding, insofar as it is correct, facilitates validation checks and stimulates reflection or inquiry. It may also invalidate particular fashionable ideas or biased conjectures.

WARNING: Awareness of the forms generates a danger: creation of
«Illusions of Knowledge»►

It is normally foolish to take a form and then plausibly fit ideas or psychosocial things to it. Doing this may give a good feeling of understanding something—but this is usually an illusion. The result will not be applicable and others will not be persuaded.

Picture of the Full Taxonomic Architecture

The Architecture is too complicated for a single 2-dimensional representation; and such a diagram is not needed to explain the location and nature of specific frameworks. The aim in this section is to present and explain the various structures that make up the architecture.

Graphical representations that show the inter-relation of these taxonomic structures and provide a more comprehensive picture are available in the Architecture Room.

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Basics

• The entities within the Taxonomy are categories.  
• Distinguishing the category from actual examples/instances.
• The architectural structure uses taxonomic processes.

Originally posted: August 2009; Last updated 2-Feb-2014.