Because there is always bound to be an incompatibility between perspectives, it might be best to analyze the situation and decide what perspective best applies to what that goal is. All of the perspectives can be pulled from if you take a "best of both worlds" kind of approach. Take different aspects that may work depending on the situation or combine approaches to form the best solution. There's never going to be a magic answer for a theory that works perfectly in every situation all of the time. Different situations will merit a variety of responses.
However, this does not mean that if one theory is perceived to be right for the situation, the others are inherently wrong for that same situation. It really depends on the result that you want out of it that determines what theory you should apply. The others aren't wrong in themselves; they might just not be useful for getting what you want out of the situation. If you think that building up the power of your state would be most beneficial means to your end, utilize a realistic perspective. Same goes for a social argument or individual focus. Just as there are different ways to analyze a situation, there are many ways to apply the theories. You just need to pick the best means to your end, however that might be.
I feel the consideration of multiple perspectives is vital to the success of our world. Its not simply tolerance, but acceptance of other viewpoints. For once an individual is able to accept other views, they can then use this view for their advantage. THis can help to further one's argument, widen their horizons, or ultimately solve the issue at hand.
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