There exist essentially two dimensions of reality within us, reflecting itself in a layered facade of three distinct manifestations. Allow me to elucidate.
The initial of these dimensions resides within the recesses of one’s heart and mind, while the latter is exhibited to the external world through one’s words and actions.
These parallel realities maintain an intricate interplay, and individuals possess the capability to navigate them in manners that engender disparities, often driven by the pursuit of worldly objectives, frequently manifesting as deception, falsehoods, or dramatic displays.
The dichotomy between these realities, one internalised and the other externalised, comprises three distinct layers.
The initial layer resides solely within oneself, entrenched deep within the recesses of the heart and mind. Frequently, individuals engage in internal dialogues, affirming their beliefs, intentions, and aspirations.
The second layer emerges in the form of spoken words exchanged during interactions with others. Precisely, the first layer encompasses one’s thoughts, while the second layer encapsulates verbal expressions.
Externally, observers perceive only the spoken word, unable to discern the internal thought processes, which remain concealed from all but the self. Any incongruity between thoughts and words constitutes hypocrisy, imperceptible to the world (Hypocrisy#1 – Inner Hypocrisy).
This dissonance breeds inner turmoil, disrupting peace, as maintaining such contradictions contradicts human nature, necessitating a deliberate descent into moral compromise.
The third layer delves into the realm of actions, wherein our deeds align with our spoken words. Any disparity or incongruity between this layer and the second layer is readily observable and subject to judgment.
Our words and deeds are laid bare for scrutiny; they are open to criticism from those around us. When there exists a contradiction between our speech and our actions, it constitutes a secondary hypocrisy (Hypocrisy#2 – Outer Hypocrisy), one that is overt and discernible.
Individuals may engage in this form of hypocrisy contingent upon the extent of power they wield and the perceived naivety of those around them (politicians for example).
While the initial hypocrisy perturbs the spiritual equilibrium of the individual, the subsequent hypocrisy inflicts harm upon others. Upon closer examination, it becomes evident that the ultimate casualty is the individual harbouring these layers of duplicity.
The spiritual well-being of an individual can be gauged by the alignment of the three layers of thoughts, speech, and action. The closer these realities are in harmony, the less prone one is to hypocrisy.
It is unrealistic to claim a perfect congruence of these realities, as humans are inherently susceptible to the influence of internal and external forces. Nevertheless, an individual committed to fostering unity among these dimensions and perpetually endeavoring to synchronize them epitomizes sincerity and trustworthiness.
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