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Vol. 7, No. 4
EditorialExecutive Editor’s Introduction v – Sean Esbjörn-Hargens
ArticlesToward an Integral Realism, Part 1: An Overview of Transcendental Realist Ontology 1 – Paul Marshall
Ken Wilber on Critical Realism 35 – Paul Marshall
Considerations on “Ken Wilber on Critical Realism” 39 – Roy Bhaskar
In Defense of Integral Theory: A Response to Critical Realism 43 – Ken Wilber
The Birth of Integral Sports: Insight into Coaching Parents in Sports 53 – Nuno F. Matos, John Thompson, and Sean Wilkinson
Walt Whitman’s Vision for a New Person and a New Democracy 68 – Neil Richardson
Framing Integral Leadership in the Medical Cannabis Community 81 – Regina Nelson
Crafting a Cultural Latticework: Weaving Triadic Micro-Communities for Nurturing 96Tomorrow’s Leaders – Mikyö Clark
107Consciousness Conference” and “Integral Theory Conference” Research Communities – David M. Zeitler, Amanda L. Haboush, and Timothy R. Cox
December 2012Volume 7Number 4
Journal of
INTEGRAL THEORYand PRACTICEA Postdisciplinary Discourse for Global Action
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Editor-in-Chief Ken Wilber
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BOARD OF EDITORS
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A Postdisciplinary Discourse for Global Action
INTEGRAL THEORY and PRACTICE
Journal of
Volume 7
EDITORIAL
v Executive Editor’s Introduction – Sean Esbjörn-Hargens
ARTICLES
1 Toward an Integral Realism, Part 1: An Overview of Transcendental Realist Ontology – Paul Marshall
35 Ken Wilber on Critical Realism – Paul Marshall
39 Considerations on “Ken Wilber on Critical Realism” – Roy Bhaskar 43 In Defense of Integral Theory: A Response to Critical Realism – Ken Wilber 53 The Birth of Integral Sports: Insight into Coaching Parents in Sports – Nuno F. Matos, John Thompson, and Sean Wilkinson
68 Walt Whitman’s Vision for a New Person and a New Democracy – Neil Richardson
81 Framing Integral Leadership in the Medical Cannabis Community – Regina Nelson
96 Crafting a Cultural Latticework: Weaving Triadic Micro-Communities for Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders – Mikyö Clark
Conference” and “Integral Theory Conference” Research Communities – David M. Zeitler, Amanda L. Haboush, and Tim Cox
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Integral Theory is a meta-frame-work that draws on the key insights of the world’s knowledge traditions. The awareness gained from drawing on all perspectives allows integral practitioners to bring new depth, clarity, and compassion to every level of human endeavor—from un-
-ing new approaches to global-scale problems.
Articles published in the Journal of Integral Theory and Practice (JITP) represent explorations in several modes of discourse: philosophical, theoretical, pragmatic, experiential, and critical. JITP is committed to
expansion of Integral Theory.
Instructions for Authors JITP follows American Psycho-logical Association (APA) style guidelines. Visit http://foundation.metaintegral.org/JITP for full sub-mission guidelines and a glossary of Integral Theory terminology. An ab-breviated outline of the manuscript review process is listed below.
In light of the fact that both Spiral Dynamics and the Integral model sometimes use a color scheme to describe levels of development, we request that authors specify which color scheme they are using (e.g., orange altitude vs. orange vMeme). Altitude can be used to refer to any developmental line (e.g., orange cognition, orange self-identity,
etc.), while Spiral Dynamics, in the context of Integral Theory, spe-
development.
Review ProcessInitial ReviewAuthors must submit articles to Lynwood Lord at llord@integralin-stitute.org. In cases where authors do not adhere to JITP submission guidelines, manuscripts will be re-turned with a request that all com-ponents be provided. Theoretical changes, copy editing, and struc-tural suggestions may be suggested at this stage.
Peer ReviewThe editorial team then assigns manuscripts to external reviewers. Information from submitted manu-scripts may be systematically col-lected and analyzed as part of re-search to improve the quality of the editorial review process.
Authors are expected to revise their article in light of peer-review com-ments and provide a revised draft within one month. Changes should be made using the track changes feature in Microsoft Word, so our editorial team can quickly identify edits.
Theoretical ReviewOnce a draft with peer-review com-ments incorporated is received, a theory call will be scheduled with Ken Wilber, Editor-in-Chief. Wilber
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Editorial ReviewAccepted manuscripts are edited in accordance with JITP editorial style.
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Critical PresentationsAuthors are encouraged to explore hypothetical and critical views in re-lationship to Integral Theory. When presenting hypothetical material (e.g., the possibility of a new line of development in one of the quad-rants), authors should make it clear that a suggestive addition that is not currently part of Integral Theory is being offered, and then provide as much evidence, argumentation, and supportive material as possible to substantiate their position. When presenting critical material, authors must represent the components and claims of Integral Theory within an academically acceptable range of interpretation. JITP views the process of hypothetical and critical engagement as essential to the de-velopment of Integral Theory.
JOURNAL of INTEGRAL THEORY and PRACTICEAims and Scope
The next four articles shift us away from integral philosophy and provide us with some very concrete ways in which the Integral framework is being applied. First we have “The Birth of Integral Sports: Insight into Coaching Parents in Sports,” by Nuno Matos, John Thompson, and Sean Wilkinson. This is an inspir-ing case study of how life coaching for parents can be integrated into a sports training academy for children. Imagine a tennis club where the kids get athletic coaching and their parents get life coaching to help them be fuller and freer parents in service of their children. Well, that is exactly what these individuals have created using their backgrounds in Integral Coaching and sports psychology. Second, we have Neil Richardson’s “Walt Whitman’s Vision for a New Person and a New Democracy.”
of new distinctions. For example, Richardson points out the role that Whitman’s meditation practice as well as other practices such as vocalization played in the development of his unique form of poetry. By recon-structing Whitman’s Integral Life Practice we gain insight and inspiration into the role that integral practices played in his life and contribution to American ideals. The next article is Regina Nelson’s “Framing Integral Leadership in the Medical Cannabis Commu-nity.” Nelson does a great job of providing an overview of the challenges medicinal cannabis users face in the current American medical system and in contemporary culture in general. She uses Integral Theory to frame the issues and identify how more effective forms of leadership can address these problems. Her insights have implications for public policy as well as for psychological perspectives related to the medicalization of can-nabis. This is a great article that shows the way an integral approach can tend to the individual and collective aspects of a complex contemporary issue.
-cro-Communities for Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders.” Like Nelson, Clark focuses on the leadership needs of our current moment. He introduces a social technology that he feels is well suited to facilitate the “develop-ment of tomorrow’s leaders.” Clark draws on four key themes that emerged from a research project he did to explore leadership design. One of the most notable aspects of Clark’s articles for me was his discussion of the various types of triads (e.g., horizontal, vertical, pyramidal, and shadow) he enacted to support his growth and development with peers, colleagues, mentors, and mentees. This kind of intersubjective practice feels essential for integral practitioners and complements the all-too-often “solo” style of Integral Life Practice. By creating multiple forms of triadic engagement we can accelerate our capacity to develop emotional, inter-personal, and inquiry skills essential to integral leadership.
Zeitler, Amanda Haboush, and Tim Cox provide a robust analysis of the integral community in comparison to the consciousness community associated with the well-known Tucson conferences. A number of assumptions
the integral community is being examined as an object of critical inquiry and research. I believe such efforts
to become a healthy and mature collective. Also, this article makes me all the more excited for the upcoming Integral Theory Conference. Speaking of which, I hope to see you there!
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normal science
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A Realist Theory of Science
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Structure
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Dictionary of Critical Realism
A Brief Introduction to Critical Realism
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Disciplinary Affiliation Arts & Humanities Business Coaching Health Natural sciences Philosophy Psychotherapy Social Sciences Student Sustainability/ecology
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Appendix A
Note.
I think about the ultimate meaning of life.
My ideas about life have changed dramatically in the past.
My spiritual beliefs determine my approach to life.
I have had experiences which science would have difficulty explaining.
I feel a need to find a real meaning or purpose in life.
I have had an experience which could best be described as a
transcendent or mystical experience.
It is important to me to spend periods of time in contemplation
or meditation.
I have had an experience which could best be described as an
out-of-body experience.
Section I: Personal Statements
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There is no reality other than the physical universe.
Extrasensory perception is possible.
The inner experiential world is vaster, richer and contains more
profound meanings than most people think.
The existence of human consciousness is evidence of a spiritual
dimension within each person.
Religion has much to offer about our understanding of consciousness.
Introspection is a necessary element in the investigation of consciousness.
Statements about human cognition are meaningless without reference to particular states of consciousness.
Reincarnation actually does occur.
The concept of limits does not apply to consciousness.
In order to fully understand human consciousness, a process of psychological change is necessary which may be achieved through
meditation or a spiritual way of life.
The accepted methods of science are the only proper way in which to investigate consciousness.
The reason the universe is the way it is, is to support human life.
Physical reality is an extension of mental reality.
Consciousness gives meaning to reality.
Consciousness is more real than physical reality.
Human consciousness would not exist without the brain.
There is an absolute truth which is not context-dependent.
Culture can be viewed as a basic conspiracy against self-knowledge and awakening in which we collude together to reinforce one another's defenses and insanity.
There are modes of understanding latent within a person which are superior to rational thought.
It is possible for there to be consciousness in which there is awareness but no object of awareness.
Human consciousness is an emergent property of complex neural activity.
Consciousness is the key to personal growth.
There are some truths concerning reality which, in principle, are not amenable to scientific investigation.
Even though we are not yet able to explain mental events in terms of physical processes, an explanation is, in principle, possible.
The harmony of nature reflects the existence of an original creator.
Consciousness transcends time.
Knowledge of people achieved through literature is more profound than any knowledge of people that can be achieved using the scientific method.
Personal consciousness continues after physical death.
There is a universal consciousness of which individual consciousness is but a part.
A process of psychological change is necessary in order to fully experience human consciousness.
Section II: General Statements
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11. The inner experiential world is vaster, richer and contains more profound meanings than most people think.12. The existence of human consciousness is evidence of a spiritual dimension within each person.14. Introspection is a necessary element in the investigation of consciousness.22. Consciousness gives meaning to reality.31. There are some truths concerning reality which, in principle, are not amenable to scientific investigation.37. There is a universal consciousness of which individual consciousness is but a part.17. The concept of limits does not apply to consciousness.34. Consciousness transcends time.18. In order to fully understand human consciousness, a process of psychological change is necessary which may be achieved through meditation or a spiritual way of life.
6. I have had an experience which could best be described as a transcendent or mystical experience4. I have had experiences which science would have difficulty explaining.8. I have had an experience which could best be described as an out-of-body experience.3. My spiritual beliefs determine my approach to life.7. It is important to me to spend periods of time in contemplation or meditation.16. Reincarnation actually does occur.9. There is no reality other than the physical universe.28. It is possible for there to be consciousness in which there is awareness but not object of awareness.
21. Physical reality is an extension of mental reality.23. Consciousness is more real than physical reality.26. Culture can be viewed as a basic conspiracy against self-knowledge and awakening in which we collude together to reinforce one another's defenses and insanity.27. There are modes of understanding latent within a person which are superior to rational thought.33. The harmony of nature reflects the existence of an original creator.36. Personal consciousness continues after physical death.20. The reason the universe is the way it is, is to support human life.
24. Human consciousness would not exist without the brain.29. Human consciousness is an emergent property of complex neural activity.32. Even though we are not yet able to explain mental events in terms of physical processes, an explanation is, in principle, possible.
1. I think about the ultimate meaning of life.2. My ideas about life have changed dramatically in the past.25. There is an absolute truth which is not context-dependant.5. I feel a need to find a real meaning or purpose in my life.13. Religion has much to offer about our understanding of consciousness.38. A process of psychological change is necessary in order to fully experience human consciousness.
15. Statements about human cognition are meaningless without reference to particular states of consciousness.35. Knowledge of people achieved through literature is more profound than any knowledge of people that can be achieved using the scientific method.10. Extrasensory perception is possible.30. Consciousness is the key to personal growth.19. The accepted methods of science are the only proper way in which to investigate consciousness.
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ArticlesToward an Integral Realism, Part 1: An Overview of Transcendental Realist Ontology 1 – Paul Marshall
Ken Wilber on Critical Realism 35 – Paul Marshall
Considerations on “Ken Wilber on Critical Realism” 39 – Roy Bhaskar
In Defense of Integral Theory: A Response to Critical Realism 43 – Ken Wilber
The Birth of Integral Sports: Insight into Coaching Parents in Sports 53 – Nuno F. Matos, John Thompson, and Sean Wilkinson
Walt Whitman’s Vision for a New Person and a New Democracy 68 – Neil Richardson
Framing Integral Leadership in the Medical Cannabis Community 81 – Regina Nelson
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