This article discusses the twelve links of dependent origination as they relate to the issue of a lack of transparency. The twelve links are interconnected and show how one link leads to another, ultimately leading to suffering.

The first link, ignorance, refers to a lack of knowledge on the importance of transparency. Many people may lack awareness and understanding of how transparency can impact their professional, personal, or cultural values.

The second link, mental formations, refers to the habitual patterns that people form due to ignorance. When a person is ignorant of the importance of transparency, they may form habits of avoiding transparency, which can result in negative consequences later on.

The third link, consciousness, refers to how mental formations can affect a persons consciousness. Due to habitual patterns of avoidance, a person may not be aware of areas where transparency is lacking, and the potential impact it can have.

The fourth link, name and form, refers to the environment or organization that may not demand or foster transparency. The lack of transparency can be perpetuated by the culture, policies, or structures that do not prioritize openness and honesty.

The fifth link, the six sense bases, refers to how a persons senses can be manipulated or distracted. This can prevent them from seeing reality, questioning assumptions or challenging the status quo, causing confusion or doubt.

The sixth link, contact, refers to a person receiving incomplete or distorted information, which can lead to misunderstandings, lack of trust, and ineffective decision-making.

The seventh link, feeling, refers to the emotions that a lack of clarity can generate, such as frustration, anxiety, or other negative emotions.

The eighth link, craving, refers to a persons desire for transparency, often hoping to resolve the negativity generated by a lack of transparency.

The ninth link, clinging, refers to the attachment to the desire for transparency. When an individual is fixated on honesty or fairness, they may suffer negative consequences, which reinforces the cycle of dysfunction.

The tenth link, becoming, refers to the reinforcement of a persons habitual patterns resulting from a lack of transparency, which can lead to negative consequences repeating itself.

The eleventh link, birth, refers to the manifestation of a lack of transparency resulting in a lack of trust, growth, or harm.

Finally, the twelfth link, old age and death, refers to the unpredictability of an unaddressed lack of transparency, and it can perpetuate negative consequences in future situations, even future lifetimes.

Breaking the cycle of ignorance, habitual patterns, and lack of awareness can be achieved by developing a new habit and pattern that prioritizes transparency. Fostering a culture of openness and honesty is crucial to breaking the cycle of dysfunction. Clear and direct communication channels that promote transparency can be established, ensuring that all parties have access to full and accurate information. By embracing honesty and openness, individuals and organizations can promote transparency effectively and encourage others to follow suit.