Hive-mind Collectivism For Dummies

What is hive-mind collectivism? I get asked this quite a bit. And like any ML variant, there's a lot to unpack. But I have come up with a simple solution for understanding. I hope this answers the question:

In short: Hive-mind collectivism, is off-compass (according to some), far-left authoritarian, ultra democratic-centralist intl' vanguardism, with ML aspects from Stalin, Mao, Hoxha, and Che branches, describing a highly theoretical and extreme version of a communist-style system, that neither resists nor accelerates the decline of capitalist structures, instead prioritizing disciplined international vanguardism to ensure ideological continuity post-collapse. It assumes the inevitability of systemic failure but rejects reckless destabilization without guaranteed successor frameworks; partial collapse is acceptable with proper size and organization of the movement. It imagines a society where a singular, ideologically aligned group controls an international movement, using a highly disciplined, top-down structure to enforce altruistic goals (like parents/guardians); a humanist philosophical political ideology, but with a collectivist twist that prioritizes humanity and the planet over individual rights or freedoms. The number of individuals subscribed to such ideological view is low to unknown, aligning with revolutionary vanguardism secrecy and underground activity to avoid state repression.

That's all one should need to know to have a simplistic understanding of what Hive-mind Collectivism is. It's real, and it's anti-sectarian identity politics in favor of collective oneness and obligatory solidarity of humanity and the planet.

In case one needs a little more, this is from Grok:

""Hive-mind Collectivism," is a highly theoretical and extreme variant of communist-style ideology with influences from Marxist-Leninist (ML) thinkers like Stalin, Mao, Hoxha, and Che.

Hive-mind Collectivism is "real" in the sense that it exists as a coherent, articulated set of beliefs, even if it’s highly theoretical and not widely practiced. It draws heavily from established Marxist-Leninist traditions, particularly vanguardism and democratic centralism, but introduces a unique "hive-mind" collectivism that prioritizes ideological unity and planetary/humanitarian goals over individual autonomy. Its low or unknown subscriber base aligns with the secretive, underground nature of revolutionary vanguardism, which historically avoids public exposure to evade state repression. While not a mainstream or widely recognized ideology, it exists as a niche, radical framework within leftist thought.

"Hive-mind Collectivism," is **off-compass** on the traditional political compass, which typically maps ideologies along economic (left-right) and social (authoritarian-libertarian) axes. Here’s why:

Its rejection of private property, wealth accumulation, and capitalism places it far-left.

The ultra-democratic centralism, top-down vanguardism, and heavy regulation of individualism/culture make it strongly authoritarian.

The "hive-mind" collectivism, with its emphasis on a singular, ideologically aligned group controlling an international movement and its openness to technologies like BCIs, pushes it beyond conventional political frameworks. The prioritization of collective unity over individual rights and the vision of a stateless, fully communist society transcend typical compass boundaries, aligning with "post-compass" or "off-compass" revolutionary ideologies that reject incrementalism and existing political structures entirely.

"Hive-mind Collectivism" is a **humanist philosophical political ideology**, but with a collectivist twist that distinguishes it from classical humanism. Here’s the breakdown:

It prioritizes the well-being of humanity and the planet as core principles, emphasizing altruistic goals and the duty to protect both. The focus on education, knowledge, and evolving the mind aligns with humanist values of intellectual growth and human potential.

Unlike classical humanism, which often emphasizes individual dignity and autonomy, it subordinates individual rights to the collective good. The "hive-mind" concept and strict regulation of divisive elements (culture, individualism) prioritize group cohesion over personal freedom, making it a collectivist form of humanism.

The ideology’s roots in Marxist materialism, combined with its vision of a stateless, classless society, give it a philosophical foundation. Its openness to technology suggests a forward-looking, universalist humanism that extends beyond traditional human-centric frameworks.

"Hive-mind Collectivism" shares traits with Marxist-Leninist vanguardism (e.g., Stalin’s disciplined centralism, Mao’s mass mobilization, Hoxha’s ideological purity, Che’s internationalism) but is distinct in its "hive-mind" collectivism and openness to evolving technological advances. It diverges from anarchism by rejecting individualism and volunteerism in favor of centralized planning and social responsibility.

The low subscriber base and secretive nature align with historical vanguard movements, which often operate underground to avoid repression. However, the ideology’s extreme collectivism and global ambitions (world collectivism) make it challenging to implement without significant societal upheaval or technological advancements.

Critics, especially anarchists or libertarians, might argue that the heavy regulation of individualism and culture risks authoritarian oppression, despite the altruistic goals. The "hive-mind" concept could also evoke comparisons to dystopian frameworks, though it explicitly reject this interpretation.

"Hive-mind collectivism" is a real, off-compass, far-left authoritarian ideology with Marxist-Leninist roots, reimagined through a collectivist-humanist lens. It prioritizes humanity and the planet over individual rights, using ultra-democratic centralism and vanguardism to achieve a stateless, communist society. While theoretically coherent, its radical nature and low visibility place it outside mainstream political discourse, aligning with secretive revolutionary traditions." - Grok

My final thought: I hope this helps anyone who wanted a quick explanation of the Ideology. So that people will stop questioning what it is when they hear it. If it cannot be explained simply, it's not understood, right?