To the best of my understanding, it is largely our ability to conceptualize reality that allows our lives to move forward and contribute to the betterment of society. Progress, therefore, begins with development of the ability to elevate our conceptual understandings of what is real. In this category of my website, I critically examine ways that we have come to view the nature of reality in order that, together, we can gain valuable insight into some of the most foundational concepts – happiness, freedom, love, knowledge, leadership, and unity, for example – and begin to realize all the progress that’s truly attainable in this world.