The possibility of applying Whitehead’s philosophy and philosophical systems in general.

What is it about?

I introduce a principle originally formulated by Whitehead which says it should be possible to apply any theoretical system (including philosophical systems and scientific theories) to practice. Any system of ideas is necessary abstract to a great extent but to its usefulness belongs the possibility to make it more concrete and applicable. I use as an example Whitehead´s philosophical system and its application to some theoretical problems of deep ecology (these problems are theoretical, however their impact in practice is significant).

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Why is it important?

It is important to understand the processes of abstraction and concretization and grasp the dynamics of theoretical and practical endeavors. The usefulness and viability of a theory is not given merely by its degree of abstraction. A theory however abstract may also be applicable to practice although indirectly (in several steps). There are several criteria that helps us to evaluate theoretical systems and decide about their viability. The criterion of applicability is as important as other criteria, although often neglected. It needs to be properly understood and theories should be tested against it.

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