Ajahorisontism

Ajahorisontism is a term used in contemporary speculative discourse to describe a framework for thinking about time, knowledge, and decision making that centers on expanding the perceived range of plausible futures. It is not widely standardized and appears in limited academic and online discussions.

The coinage seems to be a niche neologism rather than an established theory, with no universally accepted definition. In practice, ajahorisontism is presented as a stance or methodology that treats foresight as an evolving horizon rather than a fixed boundary.

Core ideas include prioritizing horizon expansion, iterative projection, and flexible ethics. Proponents argue that decisions should anticipate a broader set of outcomes, continuously reassessing plans as new information emerges and as the range of feasible futures shifts over time.

Practitioners describe methods such as horizon scanning, scenario planning, modular reasoning, and narrative forecasting, aiming to keep policy and strategy aligned with an expanding set of potential developments rather than a single expected path.

Reception among scholars is mixed. Critics say the term is underspecified and overlaps with existing foresight and futurist frameworks, offering little beyond rebranding. Others see value in emphasizing adaptability and ongoing re-evaluation in dynamic environments.

Relation to related concepts includes foresight, anticipatory governance, and horizonism. Distinctions hinge on the emphasis on expanding horizons as a normative imperative rather than focusing solely on predictions. As a named concept, ajahorisontism remains informal and context-dependent.