Chapter 7
A Freak Shortcut for Peace
I think we need to look for a solution that does not introduce any fresh variables, computations, intricacies, or other forms of complexity.
Supposing we all are named intuitively. The name is chosen in such a way that effectively broadcasts the salient features of the owner that could be of current interest, at any instance.
Say, we think of rolling names. One is given a name at birth, which could point to the salient features that are of significance, at that age. Like the kind of entertainments or games that can make an instant connection, or the type of foodstuff that one abhors, etc. And all those who transact can find a perfect match, whatever be the need. (Gone are the sights of wailing children!) The name can thereafter undergo changes at every stage that necessitate addition or deletion of features, like completing education, gaining experience, or other eventualities of interest. At every stage in life, whether it is of a commoner or one of authority, one seeking a husband or one looking for a wife, or, one submissive or one rebellious, name could divulge one’s qualities, orientation, temper, and other features of relevance in a context.
Now see the benefits. Whenever there is a need to communicate, one can choose to initiate one only when the other end is a suitable one, or has taken an appropriate position. And we can expect both the sides to be equally clear about the nature of an exchange, or the aim thereof. As a result, each of us would be automatically assuming relevant roles, for example, one of authority or submission, one of regulation or receptiveness, or that of substance or playfulness. In which case, there is no chance of a loss or error, whenever exchanges take place. Also, each and every one will feel encouraged to live up to one’s name, making peace only, to prevail. You see, nothing will transfer in excess, nor will something in deficit. The desired results will be met, every time. And think of the good days, the mankind have in store, when a major part of the human effort that is devoted to inculcate and maintain discipline in our society, can be redirected to productive ends.
And, if there is an ultimate aim, the above paragraph spells a short cut to it, where, rather than being instilled in one’s formative years, each one will experience one’s aim as a part of one’s own life. Which assumes significance, for another reason too. In the beginning of this essay, life has been shown as a combination of very many activities, pointing out, how cumbersome is it to divide all these into two, namely, the desirable ones, and those undesirable. Thereafter one needs to immerse oneself in the desirable ones, while keeping oneself well away from the other ones. Here incursion is likely by accident, if not by design. Presently we have established extensive arrangements (All religions are in agreement here) to enable one to do some corrective actions or penance whenever one fails to adhere to it perfectly. This, evidently is prone to errors, in addition to the frequent need of repentance, punishments and all, and which can be avoided if one sticks to the short cut.
Think again, of the future that would be immensely bright, when aims go hidden in names.