Steven M. Greer, MD
When
we speak of interacting with ETI (Extraterrestrial Intelligence) , we
are, after all, talking about reaching out to advanced conscious
intelligent beings, and not the mere observation of some natural
phenomenon or biological process. For this reason, careful
consideration must be given to not only our view of ETI's intentions,
but more importantly, to our own intentions and attitudes. The human
tendency - well evidenced by both military and civilian reactions to ETS
(Extraterrestrial Spacecraft) - for xenophobic, violent and even
paranoid reactions to the new and unknown must be addressed and
rectified. The human predisposition to view anything which we do not
understand or control as intrinsically hostile and threatening must be
overcome. The blind quest for personal gain, profiteering and an
inclination towards viewing ETS/ETI in predominantly 'acquisition'
framework needs to be altered. If we are motivated by a desire to
'out-smart' ETI and acquire their technology and energy source, then our
efforts will fail. If we approach ETI with greed, fear, assumed
hostility and suspicion, then we shall expend our efforts in vain.
There
is no doubt that we are dealing with beings who are capable of reading,
by both telepathic and conventional means, our true intentions and
motivations, and who can sense the "spirit of our endeavor". Success
requires that the spirit of our endeavor be one of scientific openness,
the search for truth, altruism, selflessness, harmlessness and
non-covetousness. A desire for the peaceful furtherance of the ETI-
Human relationship is paramount. For these reason, "purity of motive"
on the part of human researchers and investigators is a primary
requisite while specific skills, expertise and technology are important
but secondary considerations. The breadth and clarity of our
consciousness is imperative and transcends all other considerations.
Our obsession with technology and outward things tends to obscure the
Big Picture of the ETI/Human relationship, and all that it entails.
While competence and knowledge cannot be slighted, we must insist on the
primary importance of consciousness. In this regard, it is likely that
a novice possessed of noble intentions and equipped with only a
flashlight would meet (has met?) with greater success than a
governmental agency motivated by lesser intentions, even though it has
advanced technology, personnel and billions of dollars at its disposal.
Indeed, an aboriginal with only a bonfire may go further in the
establishment of communication and the discovery of truth!
Of
almost equal importance is the question of how we view ETI intentions
and motives. If the tabloids, sensationalist books and rumor mills are
to be believed, ETI are all either guru-like space gods or Darth Vader
space conquerors! Our tendency to polarize on either side of this issue
is both premature and unwarranted - and it is dangerous. It is unlikely
that they are either perfect gods or evil empire operatives, yet these
views of their motives have influenced and will continue to influence
our attitudes and actions unless consciously addressed. A review of the
cases to date would indicate that while some actions are enigmatic and
even disturbing to some human sensibilities, no evidence of net hostile
intentions exists. Here, we must differentiate between our perceptions
of actions and actual intentions or motives, since these are two
separate considerations. (For a more thorough treatment of this topic
see "The Case of Non-Hostility). A seemingly disturbing action may
occur for a net neutral or even benevolent purpose. Certainly as an
Emergency and Trauma doctor, not a day goes by where a child or impaired
adult victim of trauma could view my efforts to help him as painful and
therefore motivated by a desire to do harm, even though my motives are
just the opposite. That a frightened child perceives my actions as
hurtful or malevolent is a function of the child's level of awareness
and knowledge, and in no way reflects my true intentions. Could not an
analogous process be occurring with some ETI events which conventional
wisdom has deemed hostile and therefore as evidence of malevolent
intentions?
Certainly
for CE-5 Initiative research it is important to give ETI the benefit of
the doubt, and until proven otherwise, assume non-hostility. An
assumption of ETI hostility will poison the atmosphere of future
bi-lateral contact and prevent the development of an ETI-Human
relationship free of conflict. This is one time in human history where
fortitude, trust and self-discipline are essential prerequisites to
further progress. The assumption of non-hostility does not equal either
blind naivete or an assumption that ETI are perfect god-like saviors.
But it does mean holding an open, non-suspicious and positive attitude
towards ET beings. To do otherwise is to create a reality based in
conflict and hostility, a thorny path already well traveled by the human
race.
Beyond
the consciousness of actual researchers or those who have had close
encounters is the importance of the background consciousness of humanity
as a whole. The type and quality of any further ETI-Human interactions
- and therefore the specific results of any CE-5 Initiative efforts -
will be in part dependent on and limited by the level of evolution in
human society. We should not be surprised if an ET civilization prefers
to limit the degree of open contact with humans given the present
preoccupation with militarism, conflict and violence. As human society
makes the necessary transition to world peace and cooperation, I believe
we will see a concomitant increase in ETI openness and bilateral
communication. In this sense, the success of the CE-5 Initiative is
directly dependent on the peace and unification of the human race.
World peace and world unity and cooperation then are the important
determinants of future ETI-Human events. The depth and quality of the
CE-5 Initiative may prove to be modest, but these will increase as human
society evolves towards peace and unity.
p. 178 - 180
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