Alphomism holds that we should do what we can in the drive towards the creation of Alphoma. The universal process depends upon billions of individuals striving to reach the common end. There is, therefore, a general injunction to keep going. Each individual can make a contribution. However, there are circumstances where it is reasonable for an individual to opt out. There are some people for whom the attainment of a reasonable degree of self love seems impossible. Whilst those around such people should do everything reasonable to help, there must always be respect for the decision of someone who finds the battle intolerable. The same applies to those in acute, persistent physical pain. BACK