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What is Philosophy ?

Philosophy, at its core, is a discipline that explores fundamental questions about the universe, human existence, and our understanding of concepts such as truth, morality, and knowledge. It provides a framework for analyzing arguments, validating practices, and judging the quality of methodological ideas.
In essence, Philosophy uncovers how the mind interacts with and gives meaning to the world through “intentionality”, as described by Jackson1. It acts as the foundation upon which methodology is built, methods are based, and practice is implemented. This foundational nature makes getting the philosophy right a priority, as all subsequent steps depend on it.

Additional Glossary Terms

Reductionism

Reductionism is an approach that seeks to understand complex systems by breaking them down into simpler components or elements and analyzing them in isolation.

Closed Systems

A closed system, contrary to an open system, is one that does not exchange information, energy, or material with its environment. However, in reality, completely closed systems rarely exist, and

Unintended Consequences

Unintended consequences are outcomes that occur unexpectedly or without prior intention due to interactions and behaviors within a complex system. They are not part of the system’s original goals or

Soft Systems Methodology (SSM)

Soft Systems Methodology is a powerful approach for tackling messy, real-world problems by focusing on understanding different perspectives, facilitating learning and shared meaning among stakeholders, and iteratively developing purposeful actions

Complex Adaptive Systems

A “Complex Adaptive System” is a collection of diverse, interconnected entities that adapt and interact with each other, leading to emergent behaviours and patterns. These systems are characterized by their

Behaviour

Behaviour refers to the actions or responses of a system or its parts over time, often influenced by internal and external factors. It is how elements within a system interact