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{{Quote|''Suppose I was working for a particular nation, but now I am working for all nations. When I admit the existence of nations and say that I am working for all nations, then it is neither humanism nor universalism – it is merely internationalism. When I use the term "internationalism", I am admitting the existence of separate nations, and along with this I must naturally also think, within the nations, of the people's five fundamental requirements of life (food, clothes, education, shelter, and medical care). But when I discover that one nation is trying to thrive on the life-blood of another, I oppose it, and this opposition ultimately leads to world war. So internationalism is not the solution either.''<ref name="Sarkar, Prabhat Ranjan 1982"/>}} | {{Quote|''Suppose I was working for a particular nation, but now I am working for all nations. When I admit the existence of nations and say that I am working for all nations, then it is neither humanism nor universalism – it is merely internationalism. When I use the term "internationalism", I am admitting the existence of separate nations, and along with this I must naturally also think, within the nations, of the people's five fundamental requirements of life (food, clothes, education, shelter, and medical care). But when I discover that one nation is trying to thrive on the life-blood of another, I oppose it, and this opposition ultimately leads to world war. So internationalism is not the solution either.''<ref name="Sarkar, Prabhat Ranjan 1982"/>}} | ||
From the perspective of neohumanism, the [[:wikipedia:League of Nations|League of Nations]] could not prevent [[:wikipedia:World War II|World War II]], and the [[:wikipedia:United Nations|United Nations]] cannot prevent a World War III. Only a [[PROUT# | From the perspective of neohumanism, the [[:wikipedia:League of Nations|League of Nations]] could not prevent [[:wikipedia:World War II|World War II]], and the [[:wikipedia:United Nations|United Nations]] cannot prevent a World War III. Only a [[PROUT#World government|world government]] could ensure peace on this planet. | ||
=== Mental illness === | === Mental illness === | ||
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Neohumanism extends the concept of ''society'' to include all living beings. Unlike most other theories, past or present, neohumanism distinguishes between [[:wikipedia:Human society|human society]] and society (in its broadest or universal sense). | Neohumanism extends the concept of ''society'' to include all living beings. Unlike most other theories, past or present, neohumanism distinguishes between [[:wikipedia:Human society|human society]] and society (in its broadest or universal sense). | ||
In respect to the universal society, the stance of neohumanism corresponds to the spirit of the [[PROUT# | In respect to the universal society, the stance of neohumanism corresponds to the spirit of the [[PROUT#Five fundamental principles|third fundamental principle of PROUT]]. The physical, mental, and spiritual potential of each and every living being should be developed to the maximum. This means that humans should not only respect and protect the rights of the non-human creatures but also actively promote their welfare and happiness. | ||
Regarding human society, neohumanism asserts that no one should be left to lag behind. In a healthy human society, no one should suffer from [[:wikipedia:Oppression|oppression]]. Every problem - big or small, individual or collective - should be taken as a problem of the entire humanity.<ref>''Spread out the sermons of amity amongst the humanity. Remind one and all that the establishment of human excellence does not lie in hypocrisy but in simplicity and sincerity. Make them all realize that every individual human problem, whether big or small, is the problem of universal humanity. Make them also understand that the origin as well as the finality of the entire humanity is one and the same.'' Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, 1982 January 1. Ánanda Váńii Saḿgraha. Compilation from 1956-1990, Ananda Marga Publications.</ref> So, for example, neohumanism strongly resists any form of [[:wikipedia:Social discrimination|social discrimination]] based on race or sex. In respect to women's rights, neohumanism is highly supportive. Indeed, neohumanism places a great responsibility on men to initiate action in support of those rights.<ref>''In every sphere of life men have either substantially limited the rights of women, or made the ability of women to exercise their rights subject to the whims and caprices of men... The main point of the discussion is this: those who take advantage of people’s simplicity or ignorance are veritable demons in human form, and those who deceive people by exploiting their sentiments of sacrifice are even worse than demons... If at all a movement is required, it must be implemented by men themselves. Today men should consider the needs of women and gradually restore to women the rights which women once entrusted to men out of feelings of helplessness or in response to their heartfelt sentiments.'' Sarkar, Prabhat Ranjan (1959). ''Human Society Part 1''. Kolkata: Ananda Marga Publications. ISBN 81-7252-120-0.</ref> | Regarding human society, neohumanism asserts that no one should be left to lag behind. In a healthy human society, no one should suffer from [[:wikipedia:Oppression|oppression]]. Every problem - big or small, individual or collective - should be taken as a problem of the entire humanity.<ref>''Spread out the sermons of amity amongst the humanity. Remind one and all that the establishment of human excellence does not lie in hypocrisy but in simplicity and sincerity. Make them all realize that every individual human problem, whether big or small, is the problem of universal humanity. Make them also understand that the origin as well as the finality of the entire humanity is one and the same.'' Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, 1982 January 1. Ánanda Váńii Saḿgraha. Compilation from 1956-1990, Ananda Marga Publications.</ref> So, for example, neohumanism strongly resists any form of [[:wikipedia:Social discrimination|social discrimination]] based on race or sex. In respect to women's rights, neohumanism is highly supportive. Indeed, neohumanism places a great responsibility on men to initiate action in support of those rights.<ref>''In every sphere of life men have either substantially limited the rights of women, or made the ability of women to exercise their rights subject to the whims and caprices of men... The main point of the discussion is this: those who take advantage of people’s simplicity or ignorance are veritable demons in human form, and those who deceive people by exploiting their sentiments of sacrifice are even worse than demons... If at all a movement is required, it must be implemented by men themselves. Today men should consider the needs of women and gradually restore to women the rights which women once entrusted to men out of feelings of helplessness or in response to their heartfelt sentiments.'' Sarkar, Prabhat Ranjan (1959). ''Human Society Part 1''. Kolkata: Ananda Marga Publications. ISBN 81-7252-120-0.</ref> | ||
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* Whitaker, Robert, ''Anatomy of an Epidemic: Magic Bullets, Psychiatric Drugs, and the Astonishing Rise of Mental Illness in America''. 2011. Broadway. ISBN 978-0307452429. | * Whitaker, Robert, ''Anatomy of an Epidemic: Magic Bullets, Psychiatric Drugs, and the Astonishing Rise of Mental Illness in America''. 2011. Broadway. ISBN 978-0307452429. | ||
[[Category:Humanism]] | [[Category:Humanism]] | ||