I – Seeing is the close evaluation of something in an effort to extract the maximum amount of information possible.

II – The method by which something is observed will affect what is seen.

III – Limitations in the observer’s knowledge will affect what is seen.

IV – Preexisting information about what is being observed will affect what is seen.

V – The observer’s biases will affect what is seen.

VI – Despite the difficulties inherent to close observation it is a vital tool that must be employed to evaluate all aspects of our existence.

VII – Making the honest effort to truly see is beneficial to the Common Good and to the individual.