Truth Given by Life

Sociom refers to the social axioms ¹⁾ we live by before we argue — the shared principles that hold people together in sustainable coexistence.

We use the term axiom in the same sense as in logic, mathematics, and the sciences: a principle that is self-evident, accepted without proof, and foundational to further reasoning.  Hence, Sociom is different from the term used in sociology, which refers to generalized beliefs or perceptions about people and social entities.

¹⁾ Individual Sociom or social axioms are identified within the limit of our knowledge, referring to epistemic boundaries of observability rather than cultural, temporal, or group-based variation.

Toward Sociom 

The Earth maintains a delicate equilibrium as a convergent system ¹⁾. In contrast, human societies often operate through divergent social structures ²⁾ that generate instability and fragmentation. The Sociom Research Institute Inc. is dedicated to fostering convergent social systems by identifying and clarifying the social axioms that support long-term stability.

¹⁾, ²⁾ Here, convergent and divergent refer to systemic properties related to stability and instability, not to uniformity or diversity of opinions.  

Being Here — Before Why.  

Sociom is not a religion, ideology, or moral doctrine. It does not prescribe beliefs or rank groups. It identifies the social axioms that already exist — beneath the noise of argument — making coexistence possible before affiliation and debate. 

Structural Perspective.

In addressing social issues, approaches may focus either on immediate effects or on underlying systemic conditions. While symptomatic responses respond to visible disturbances, structural approaches examine foundational principles that shape long-term stability. Our work adopts the structural perspective, identifying the social axioms that enable systems to converge and remain stable. 

Nature and Humanity in Sustainable Coexistence.

Sociom seeks sustainable coexistence among people and between nature and humanity through a systemic structural approach. We identify social axioms by observing the natural conditions of existence within observable conditions, deliberately avoiding speculation.

We operate through four integrated modes: 

• Research — identifying structural conditions for stable coexistence

• Coordination — connecting knowledge across disciplines and practices

• Practice — testing alignment in real social contexts

• Monitoring — observing divergence, tension, and systemic distortion

Invitation to Think Structurally about Social Systems 

We host two types of Sociom Forums: a regular continuous forum and a temporary residential forum. The forums examine social issues from a structural and systemic perspective, exploring how systemic convergence contributes to stability and sustainability. Participation is voluntary and open to individuals worldwide.

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