Truth becomes concrete to us when:

1. Our theory is self-consistent, so we find little self-contradiction in its internal logic.
2. Our theory is consistent with our experience, so we find little gap between our theoretical interpretations and our (relevant) perceptions.
3. Our theory is consistent with our practice, so the theory is consistently useful in actualizing intentions.
4. Our theory is consistent with our language, so we do not have to think about speaking when articulating our theory theoretically, perceptually or practically.
5. Our theory is consciously believed and advocated by those around us.
6. Our theory is matches the perceptions of those around us.
7. Our theory is matches the practices of our collaborators.
8. Our theory is embedded in the language of our culture.
9. Our theory is generally accepted as an accurate image of objective truth.
10. Our theory doesn’t exist at all, because it is simply reality itself.
11. Reality is challenged by malcontents who claim there are multiple realities.
12. Our theory is challenged by malcontents who claim their theory more accurately reflects reality.
13. Our practice is challenged by malcontents who claim their practices will improve our reality.