Quantum physics attempts to look at the vastness of this Metaverse, by breaking it down to the smallest units possible, or quanta, which is the unit of that measurement today. Laszlo defines quanta as packets of energy that have no specific form, though can take on a state of wave or particle in a multitude of variations. Entanglement describes a property of quanta, that can be seen in the social relationships that exist even beyond separation, through a responsiveness between quanta. Even over space and time, a correlation remains in experimental situations, that once having shared a state with another and being separated, the variable of quanta may not take a state until observed but when it is, all other quanta that were previously connected will choose or jump into a state so to speak, in opposing accordance with the observed state of the twin quanta. The non-locality of the response, that time and distance are irrelevant, as in no matter how far apart, and faster than the speed of light, is another indicator of an intrinsic connection in contradiction to separateness. (Laszlo 31-32)

Going even further, beyond physical reality and into the world of Metaphysics, Laszlo discusses the phenomena of consciousness with these concepts of quantum entanglement and the Akashic Field. He pulls from examples of tribal and ancient peoples sharing information indirectly, the power of archetypal symbology, as well as the transference of thoughts and ideas in the laboratory, defining such communicative links to the factors beyond our individual senses as transpersonal. Although such qualities of human consciousness are acknowledged in historical cultures, it is often cast aside as paranormal in the modern world.

However, laboratory results have confirmed transpersonal phenomenon, such as known through studies of demonstrating shared pain, response, and telepathy, between not just twins, but also those with deeply shared bonds, such as couples, parents and children, and even close friends. Also, through the rigorous testing of methods such as the Ganzfeld technique to the “distant mental influence on living systems” (DMILS) method, most all people seem to posses some form of psychic abilities. Beyond simply information sharing between minds, telesomatic abilities have also been evidenced in laboratory settings. Forms of Voo-doo practice, evoking materialized results on a subject through a consciously imbued representation, to prayer and spiritual healings, have over time and distance, yielded proven results. (Laszlo 41-43)

In another point of reverence for the wisdom of native cultures, Laszlo points to methods used among primitive and native practices of drumming, dancing, chanting, and fasting, among other activities used specifically to direct consciousness to an outcome or induce transpersonal abilities. Interconnections further demonstrating the capacities of the quanta are seen through meditation, with Laszlo pointing to evidence by physician and brain researcher, Nitamo Montecucco. His work revealed identical wave patterns with electroencephalogram (EEG) readings of the right and left brain hemispheres during deep meditation, as well as observing the wave patterns of different subjects become synchronized during group practice. In one such experiment documented by Dr. Maria Sagi, a healer performing a diagnosis during a deep state of meditation displayed a drop in EEG readings, into the deep Delta state, which in itself was surprising as it is recognized as the wave state of sleep. Even more surprising, was the ascent of the subject into an identical wave-pattern of the healer, as the healer was in the state of administering the conscious healing, despite having been placed in separate rooms. (Laszlo 91-93)

The work of Ervin Laszlo in “Science of the Akashic Field”, provides a foundation based in quantum physics of the possible mechanisms behind the power of a Universal All that the practice of meditation attempts to become aware of. Through the connections emanating from the compressed state in which all that is known today existed as, prior to the Big Bang, from which this Universe is sourced from and remains entangled. Despite the expansion from which All may have sprung, an innate coherence between all that is, remains intermingled in all that existed within the Universal seed before the initial jolt and essentially continue an informational exchange. Thus, the organism is intertwined with the environment, as is the environment intertwined with the organism.

Attunement to conscious fields between people is also discussed In Mind to Matter: The Astonishing Science of How Your Brain Creates Material Reality, by Dawson Church, in which over 10,000 brain-wave mappings of meditators were analyzed. Findings similarly included the sharing of brain rhythms of the healer and receiver during the time of the conscious healing connection. Beyond this, there was also a common shared state of mirrored brain activity between people during conversation, most especially during exchanges of visually and emotionally charged discussions, suggesting an unconscious communication of information and energy beyond that which we can perceive.

Church also reviewed studies of various healing techniques from Qui Gong, Healing Touch and Reiki, noting statistically significant results proving the effectiveness of such practices. Among the studies confirming the role of mind state, is of AIDS patients. Those with beliefs in a punishing God, had increased the levels of AIDS virus in their bloodstream, three times faster than those with the belief of a forgiving God. Essentially, cells use resonance to activate and heal. Resonance is a property of the Universe. Resonate coherence can be seen when multiple pendulum are set into motion, eventually synchronizing with each other into a common rhythmic pattern. Resonance can be seen with sand on a metal sheet that self-organize in accordance to musical vibrations. Planetary bodies and celestial objects resonate with one another in the solar system. The electromagnetic fields that encompass our planet, interact with the electromagnetic organ of the human brain and heart. Changes in the Earth’s magnetic field have an effect on all living beings. When resonance fluctuates through the Universe, there is organization from the micro to the macro. (Church Chapter 5).

Lipton’s examples of phenomena of the quanta revealing itself in the physical world and discussion of resonance, is supportive of the power of belief exercised by the consciousness to produce real-world responses and further show patterns of such elemental qualities throughout the natural world. In “Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter, and Miracles”, by Bruce H. Lipton, Ph.D, the popular premises, from the historical authority of conviction by orthodox religion decreeing the separateness of man, to Newtonian’s mechanistic views to quantum physics. In this view, a graduation of thought from one of mechanical, clock-work operations of living function into one based upon the building blocks of energy is laid out. (Lipton 5-6)

He points out that French biologist Jean-Baptiste Lamarck’s earlier theories of evolution are becoming more reconsidered over Darwinian theories based on survival of the fittest individuals in light of the role of cooperation, opposed to competition in the natural world. Though he was ridiculed more than fifty years before Darwin, the element of cooperation over competition is also more aligned with the views that contemporary cell biologists have about the adaption of immune systems to the. (Lipton 10-12). On a cellular level, this can be seen in the cells’ ability to cooperatively link together to form more complex and successful organisms. Lipton explains the basic unit of life as proteins, which are the moving mechanisms within the cells that are controlled by signals in the external environment. It is from changes of the proteins’ electromagnetic charges that are responsible for their behavior-generating movement, controlling the internal functioning of living things, from digestion, metabolism, immune response and so on. Proteins are the complex molecules that act as effectors and receptors, communicating the external world to the internal. The once thought to be unchangeable blueprint of the double helix chromosome called DNA that dictated the organism, now underlies the outdated belief of genetic determinism. (Lipton 32-35)

Lipton discusses that emergence in the field of epigenetics, now understands that DNA may be the blueprint to make proteins, but it is the protein mechanism that correspond with relating signals between the cell and the environment, which actually controls the functioning of the organism by creating the behavior. “In the chromosome, the DNA forms the core, and the proteins cover the DNA like a sleeve.” (Lipton 43), demonstrating that proteins opposed to the DNA, is more critical to cellular functioning. It is observed that when a cell is stripped of the DNA, it is still capable of functioning. The cell eventually dies, as new proteins cannot be created without it, but without the proteins, cells immediately loose their ability to function. (Lipton 68-70) Lipton expounds that the relationship is certainly symbiotic as the DNA and protein membrane each make up 50% of the chromosome.

Thinking of the body as a cell, it is the receptors, the skin, eyes, ears, etcetera that picks up and sends signals to our nucleus, or brain. Essentially, rather than thinking of genes within DNA being on or off, it is rather a matter of a gene being covered by a protein membrane to activate it. So opposed to the thinking that it is genes that is the basis of control in an organism, we are now realizing that it is the proteins’ interaction with the environment that is at the heart of epigenetics, which is basically the study of gene modification. Therefore, a diversity of environmental signals, can lead to a diversity of genetic responses such as adaptive influences from parents prior to conception that can be inherited by offspring. (Lipton 43-46)

Through the language of biology and the field of epigenetics, Lipton offers a biological understanding of how we as organisms receive and interpret environmental signals that are beyond our sensory perceptions. The suggestion of survival of the fittest groups opposed to the individual, wherein the strong aid the weaker, thus strengthening the collective unit, also offers insight into the notion of meditation as a benefit to our human species and the collective environment as a whole.
Investigating other benefits of conscious awareness, The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young, describes concentration power as lying at the base of the pyramid for all intellectual pursuits. Whether it is chemistry, mathematics, art, or sports, the ability to concentrate on any subject is the underlying component to incremental advancements in knowledge of every kind. Young also contends that although meditation offers the ability to improve life conditions though focused concentration, that reaching higher levels of consciousness also offers the capacity to find deep and innate happiness, despite external conditions. Attaining higher levels of growth during meditation in depth and breadth; depth in relation to how deep of a state one can attain and breadth as it pertains to how broad one can take the duration of practice over various levels of activity, such as to attain a deep level of concentration on breath, walking, biking, or any other daily activity, is the catalyzing component to growth and development. (Young Chapter 2). Beginning with consciousness, or the power and usefulness of being perceptive to our internal thought processes, we can see how simply an awareness of directing the mind can be life-changing, most especially if what our subconscious is programmed with is self-defeating or even self-destructive.

The peer-reviewed article, “Review of Controlled Research on the Transcendental Meditation Program and Cardiovascular Disease; Risk Factors, Morbidity, and Mortality” by Kenneth G. Walton, Ph.D., Robert H. Schneider, MD, and Sanford Nidich, EdD, published in the National Institute of Health’s US National Library of Medicine, focuses on summarizing the effects of the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique, for it’s wide range of research due to the popularity of its use in the Western world, on cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Among the 600 published studies analyzed, a wide range of physical indicators of CVD showed vast improvement with use of TM, revealing the usefulness of meditation to treat and prevent CVD. This included dozens of studies in which TM reduced the physiological effects of stress from lowering blood pressure, hypertension, obesity, and sodium/potassium ratios, while increasing muscle relaxation and physical activity, with outcomes significantly outperforming health education controls. Similarly, success in decreasing use of cigarette, alcohol, and other addictive substances was significantly influenced using TM compared to that of the experimental controls. Observational studies also found that TM practitioners had significantly lower lipid peroxide levels, which as a component of arterial plaque, is an indicator of free radical exposure, correlated with oxidized cholesterol.

Also among the studies, were 146 independent outcomes showing positive relative effectiveness on the CVD contributors to stress and trait anxiety, using the TM technique. As for the striking evidence of the reduction of atherosclerosis, one study of subjects with two or more CVD risk factors, showed an 11% reduction of risk to heart attack or stroke with eight months of TM alone and a 33% decrease of risk over a one year period. Similar benefits on myocardial ischemia and left ventricular hypertrophy in subjects with pre-existing coronary artery disease were also revealed in the analysis of TM research, with an overall strong trend of reducing CVD mortality rates in the TM groups compared with the control groups. Overall, throughout the entire database of research participants, the groups practicing TM had 87% fewer inpatient/outpatient admissions for CVD. (Walton, Kenneth G et al. 262-6) According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, cardiovascular disease affects half of the U.S. population with 1 in 4 annual deaths attributed to heart disease. (Heart Disease Fasts and Statistics CDC.gov) For the sake of our hearts alone, the choice to practice meditation could potentially improve those statistics greatly.

Another research article probing the effects of conscious awareness, “Meditation and Neuroscience: From Basic Research to Clinical Practice” published in “Integrative Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine: Perspectives, Practices and Research” by Claire Braboszcz, Stéphanie Hahusseau, and Arnaud Delorme, also reveals the effects of meditation in improving quality of life. Among the findings, was a positive correlation between meditation and thickening in the cortex area of the brain, inducing cortical areas known to increase sensory awareness of the body.
In connection with the immune system, daily meditation practice has been shown to raise the antibody response to flu shots; and in HIV patients, to increase activity of lymphocyte T and the natural production of other protective cells. Deep breathing associated with meditation has also been linked to improved regulation of the autonomic nervous system. In association with aging, neuronal decay, decline in cortical thickness, and decrease in the slow wave sleep period before REM, was all reduced in meditators. Meanwhile cognitive function was improved with the abundance of brain activation correlating with the level of experience of the meditator. Emotional regulation also improved with meditation practice and was linked to a suppression of dissociative disorders. (Claire Braboszcz et al. 1910-18)

In other experiments of consciousness affecting health, a healing technique developed by Dr. William Bengston, acknowledges information transfer, opposed to energy transfer as the vehicle of healing performed by the consciousness. The basis of the method is a trained technique he labels as image-cycling. This method entails creating conscious mental images of a desired end goal, as if they had already occurred in detail, in a series of multiple pictures that are cycled through the mind in a fast pace and repeated over an extended period of time. (Bengstonresearch.com 2019).

In laboratory studies led by Bengston, 67 female mice in total were all induced to develop breast cancer with the injection of a standard mammary adenocarcinoma, which produced a nonmetastatic palpable and visible tumor. A historical consensus of the known effects of reaction in mice to this agent is 100% fatality between 14-27 days after injection. Over multiple experiments, a statistically significant number of mice given the healing technique, had their tumors grow, blacken, then implode, followed by a healing of the wound where the ulcer had been, even demonstrating not just remission, but a complete disappearance of the cancer from their system. Some of the mice went on to living out their natural life cycle, not only completely recovered from the treatment, but also to have apparently developed a resistance or immunity to attempts at re-injecting the mice again, with no following tumor response or cancer reproduction detected. In a further analysis of the infected tissue, the mice that had experienced their ulceration go through the process of the area healing over, displayed no viable adenocarcinoma cells and were completely cancer-free.

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Honing in on the specifics of the results, half of the mice were given the healing technique, while some in the control group were sent to a separate laboratory on-site of the experiments, and others sent to a laboratory in a completely separate city. Of those sent to a different city, all of the mice died from the injection on or before the 27 day expectancy with a 0% remission rate. The mice that had been on-site in a separate laboratory experienced a 69.2% remission rate, though some of the trained healers reported sympathy for the mice, including them in their mental exercise. Of the mice that were directly included in the healing practice, an overall 87.9% remission rate was reported. The methods also seem to eliminate belief as a factor in using such healing successfully as the researchers specifically chose candidates that were skeptical that such healing capabilities existed, choosing to train healers that did NOT believe in the possibility of such phenomena. (Bengston 353-64)

As unsettling as it may be to put living beings through such trials, it does offer some empirical evidence that is not subjective, as human experience in subjects of such experiments might be. In this case, considering that mice, through their lack of ability to believe, helps to rule out the placebo effect. Also, training healers that were identified as skeptical to the methods, shows actual results that can be separate from interpreting the finding through the power or desire of belief. This is among numerous contemporary research projects beginning to look for and find physiological changes associated with the act of meditating.

Beyond improvements to the physical organism, engaging in meditation practice appears to be a vehicle of harnessing the law of physics to transform the physical world with thought activity. “The Tao of Physics: An Exploration of the Parallels Between Modern Physics and Eastern Mysticism”, fifth edition, By Fritjof Capra, investigates the parallels between physicists and mystics and the reluctance of science to acknowledge these intersections. Through his lifework in physics, ecology, business, and politics, Capra arrived at a foundational philosophy that everything we experience is of living systems, from people and the natural world, to economic systems and social structures, conceding that an awareness of connection with an encompassing All, becomes evident through a mystical scientific approach, or Metaphysics. While studying theories of mathematics, graphs, and diagrams as a physicist, he had an epiphany on a beach one day as he acknowledged the vibrational particles of atoms and molecules dancing in the water, sand, cosmic rays of the sun and of everything around him, through the influence of his practices in Eastern mysticism, as the Hindu Lord of dance, Shiva. By connecting quantum theory with aspects of Zen teachings, profound understandings about the working of the physical world unraveled for him. Essentially, his book translates the findings about the subatomic world of Modern Physics through the lens of Hindu, Buddhist, and Tao philosophies. (Capra 11-13)

Ervin Laszlo offers an interpretation of this interconnected field of Eastern philosophy through the language of Western physics in, “Science and the Akashic Field: An Integral Theory of Everything”. Akashic in Sanskrit is translated as ether space and as an informational record of all that is, which is accessible through consciousness. Laszlo explains how physicists have moved from a foundation of belief of particles as the atomic building block, to one of quanta, or radiant energy connected in vibrating filaments as explained in string and super string theories. Beyond this, the new physics of field theory emergent from the quantum vacuum, which can lead the view from energy and matter to another element that is neither; that is information, an informed Universe, as termed by David Bohm as in-formation. In this terminology, it is defined not as constructed by humans or any being but is a fundamental aspect of nature that builds all that exists from simple to complex. (Laszlo 2-3)

The dissection of the Akashic Field interpreted through science by Ervin Laszlo, begins with the 1955 findings of Hugh Everett, that would require 10,100 Universes to address the puzzle of Quantum Mechanics, in which a particle is in a superposition of all possible states until it is observed, interacted with, or measured by an instrument. (Laszlo 19-20) Laszlo goes onto explain the anomalies of coherence and correlation in the findings of quantum physics. As coherence is explained like a synchronization of harmony among the waves making up rhythms and processes, an underlying correlation of unity in the natural world is shifting paradigms in multiple branches of science. (Laszlo 24-25) Coherence, as discussed by Laszlo, is seen through harmonic ratios that reappear through the cosmos, in repeating constants and patterns, and in the uniformities found throughout structures, from micro- to macro-. In accounting for some of the confounding questions that have been introduced to the Big Bang theory by quantum physics, the concept of a Meta-verse, meta- signifying what is beyond or behind, that which our personal Universe emerged from, has been theorized as a fitting remedy. Thus, the evolving cosmos in which coherence and correlation of our Universe is observed, is informed by a more advanced, evolved, and complex Metaverse. (Laszlo, 27-30)

Meditation has survived from ancient times to the present as a tool for personal well-being and growth. Through this work I will show how directing consciousness through meditation and mindfulness has demonstrated proven results of improving the quality of life for those that engage in the practice. As stated by Dr. Masters, founder of the University of Metaphysics, “Whether a Buddhist describes it as Nirvana, or a Christian mystic as God, all who have experienced this state of mind, regardless of their secular descriptions, agree that the experience offers the one essential impact upon human consciousness that creates the greatest advancement towards aware and healthy living, and that is one of “UNIVERSAL ONENESS.” (Masters, Master’s Degree Curriculum 1: 13) By laying the foundation of an Infinite Intelligence, Energy-Verse, Akashic Field, God-Mind, or whatever the semantics that may personally be utilized by individuals, the ability to tap into the frequency of creation, and manifest through meditation is available to us all.

The Encyclopedia Britannica defines meditation as, “private devotion or mental exercise encompassing various techniques of concentration, contemplation, and abstraction, regarded as conducive to heightened self-awareness, spiritual enlightenment, and physical and mental health”. (“Meditation” Merkur). The definition is followed by a historical summary of the practice as consistent among a multitude of religions, from the theological contemplation or prayer of Roman Catholicism, the Yoga philosophies of Hindu, which branches off into Buddhism, Chan in China, and Zen in Japan, to the Transcendental Meditation popularized by the Beatles and imported from the East to the West. Methods of the practice vary, from vocalized mantras or prayer, use of mechanical devices, like rosaries and prayer wheels, concentration on visual images like a lotus or mandala, and other ritualized techniques to focus concentration. (“Meditation” EncyclopediaBritannica.com)

The use of meditation to alter the physical world as a means of improving quality of life, will be demonstrated to lay the foundation for a framework that is available for all to use towards their will. Throughout this inquiry, a diversity of physical evidence and research is explored through the fields of psychology, physics, and epigenetics. The natural translation of an interpretation through metaphysics eventually emerges as the encompassing format to support the basis of this theory about meditation, as it is not bound as the other sciences may be to the physical world, and can intermingle among the other scientific fields, opposed to being constrained within one. It is still important to note however that metaphysics is a science. Science is merely the systematic pursuit of defining observations of the physical and natural world through an empirical method, which leads to reproducible results. Wikipedia categorizes the science branches into a broad range of human interests with philosophies (which includes Metaphysics) and mathematics of formal science at the base. Philosophy is the basis of all science as it is the area in which the formation of a hypothesis begins and can be investigated even further through the physical, life, social, and earth & space sciences. (“Science Branches” Wikipedia.com) The observations gleaned from meditation over the millennia may vary in the details but has encompassed similar observations of inner peace, astral realms, life-after-death, miracles, and manifestation. To discount these observations through a practice that has survived the time and space of human existence is to remain caged and limited in a physical world that is only a small piece and fraction of reality as a whole.

Our human senses are limited in dissecting the realities in which we are emerged considering for example that we are surrounded by, yet completely unaware of electromagnetism, of television, radio and micro waves, gamma waves, x-rays, sound wave pitches such as what some animals can detect from a dog-whistle, or sonar used by bats and whales, ultra-violet rays, infra-red light, and perhaps a whole slew of unknowns that exist beyond our sensory perceptions that have yet to be discovered.
Science has evolved from an understanding confined in matter and space to one that is increasingly based on energy and information. Emerging from the progressive inquiries that include our inner conscious energy, has sprouted an explanation that follows the Big Bang as the underlying origin of order and connectivity, in which all that exists is entangled in continuous energies of vibrating strings within a force in which all information exists. Rather than conceding that our Universe is the only one, a view of more cyclic cycles within a mother Multiverse prevails as organizer of the quanta in a cosmic dance towards greater and greater complexity. As deciphered from ancient texts; the mass of any star, planet, Universe, Multiverse, is secondary to the sea of cosmic energy that is radiant through all that is, over infinite time and space. This energy is constantly engaged in a cyclical dance from formless to condensed, back to the Akashic field and beginning anew. From this primordial source, emerges a holographic and fractal Multiverse, continually creating multiple Universes, which through the waves carried in the quantum vacuum, new Universal creations are informed by the previous.

Contemporary interpretations of quantum physics, such as the Zero-Point Field, from quantum field theories, are strikingly similar to ancient Hindu Sanskrit texts describing the Akashic Field. Also in new understandings of the quanta, multiple dimensions of at least ten or eleven are needed to support the most complex and provable mathematic equations of physics today, with some quantum theories proclaiming that anything that can possibly be imagined by any conscious being exists in some parallel reality in another dimension outside of the one we share a collective consciousness of. Therefore, if everything exists in some form in some parallel, could there be a methodology for manifesting any conscious energy into physical form? Through an inquiry of multiple scientific fields and empirical based research, a comprehensive modern painting of ancient philosophies emerges as one that is, and always has been, accessible for us all to utilize for self-advancement as well as advancement for all of humanity, through the practice of meditation.

In the boundless realm of human consciousness, there exists a profound journey towards a state of being that transcends the mundane and touches the very essence of our existence. It is a journey marked by the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom, insight, and spiritual awakening—a journey known as Enlightenment. As we delve into the intricacies of energy, metaphysics, visualization, meditation, and philosophical inquiry, we unveil the transformative power of enlightenment as the ultimate beginning point towards discovering true freedom.

The Energetic Prelude

At its core, enlightenment is an energetic phenomenon—a shift in the fundamental vibrations of our existence. It begins with the realization that we are not merely physical beings, but also energetic ones. In the realm of metaphysics, this understanding is paramount. We are all interconnected, and every thought, emotion, and action emits a ripple throughout the cosmic fabric. To attain true freedom, we must first recognize this profound connection. Enlightenment beckons us to become mindful of the energies we emit and absorb. As we strive to raise our personal vibrations through positive intentions, love, and compassion, we take the initial step towards a more liberated existence. This energetic awakening forms the cornerstone of our quest for freedom.

The Power of Visualization

Once we grasp the energetic underpinnings of enlightenment, we can harness the power of visualization. Visualization is the art of painting our desires, dreams, and aspirations onto the canvas of our consciousness. It allows us to manifest our deepest desires by aligning our thoughts, emotions, and actions with the frequencies of our goals. Imagine a life of true freedom: What does it look like? How does it feel? Visualize yourself embodying this freedom, living it day by day. By consistently holding this vision in the mind’s eye, we set into motion the forces of the universe to conspire in our favor.

The Serenity of Meditation

In the chaos of the modern world, meditation serves as our sanctuary—a bridge to the realm of enlightenment. Through meditation, we quiet the chatter of our minds, allowing our inner wisdom to surface. It is in these moments of stillness that we receive insights, clarity, and profound spiritual awakening.

Meditation grants us access to the depths of our being, where true freedom resides. It is here that we confront our fears, our doubts, and our attachments. Through this confrontation, we begin to shed the layers that bind us, moving ever closer to a state of unencumbered existence.

Philosophical Inquiry

Enlightenment is not a passive journey; it is an active engagement with the profound questions of existence. Through philosophical inquiry, we seek to unravel the mysteries of life, the universe, and our place within it. We question the nature of reality, the concept of self, and the meaning of freedom itself.

In our pursuit of philosophical wisdom, we discover that true freedom extends beyond external circumstances. It is an inner state of being, a liberation of the mind and spirit. It is the ability to find contentment and peace amidst the ever-changing tides of existence.

Further Reading

Dive deeper with these books, offering profound insights and guidance to aid the journey towards enlightenment and true freedom.

“The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle

This timeless classic teaches to live in the present moment, beyond the confines of past and future, finding freedom in the here and now. Tolle’s profound wisdom and pragmatic advice provide a pathway to inner tranquility and self-exploration, fostering a deeper connection with the very core of life itself.

“The Untethered Soul” by Michael A. Singer

This book explores the concept of the inner witness, helping you untangle yourself from the limitations of ego and experience true inner freedom. In the pages of ‘The Untethered Soul,’ you will embark on a metamorphic transition within, guided by profound insights that illuminate the path to inner liberation, unlocking the boundless potential of our true selves.

“Siddhartha” by Hermann Hesse

Follow the spiritual journey of Siddhartha as he seeks enlightenment and discovers profound truths about life, self, and freedom. You will be transported to ancient India and join Siddhartha on his extraordinary odyssey, gaining timeless wisdom that explores the depths of the human experience and the pursuit of profound spiritual revelations.

In conclusion, enlightenment is the radiant dawn that heralds the journey towards true freedom. It begins with an understanding of our energetic nature, evolves through visualization, meditation, and philosophical inquiry, and ultimately leads to a state of inner liberation. Embarking on this evolutionary expedition, we find that true freedom is not an external destination but an internal realization—a state of being that can be found within the depths of our own consciousness.

What is Enlightenment?

Enlightenment refers to the action of elevating the state of being in understanding, insight, education, learning, knowledge, and awareness. In a spiritual context, especially in Buddhism, enlightenment represents the attainment of spiritual knowledge or insight, liberating a person from the cycle of rebirth. Historically, the term also refers to a European intellectual movement that took place during the late 17th and 18th centuries. This period, known as the Enlightenment, emphasized reason and individualism over tradition. It was heavily influenced by philosophers such as René Descartes, John Locke, and Isaac Newton. The Enlightenment promoted rational thinking, scientific inquiry, and the pursuit of individual liberties.

Enlightenment is a state of profound understanding, awareness, and insight that transcends ordinary perception and knowledge. It often involves a deep comprehension of fundamental truths about existence, the self, and the universe. Enlightenment is typically associated with a sense of inner peace, liberation from suffering, and a heightened sense of clarity and wisdom. It can be achieved through various paths, including spiritual practices, self-discovery, and philosophical contemplation, and is often seen as a goal of personal and spiritual growth.

Unveiling the Shadows

In a society that often discourages the expression of our true selves, exploring the multifaceted dimensions of human existence heightens our ability to achieve true freedom. By embracing our shadows, as inspired by Friedrich Nietzsche, and its relation to enlightenment and self-acceptance, we can shed light on integrating our unconscious selves with our conscious beings for transformative enlightenment.

Most individuals tend to shy away from fully expressing themselves, fearing social discomfort caused by embracing aspects of their identity that society deems unacceptable. Friedrich Nietzsche’s philosophy challenges this notion by advocating for the integration of both conscious and unconscious aspects of our being. This integration process begins with acknowledging the presence of “The Shadow,” a concept popularized by Carl Jung in his work on analytical psychology. Nietzsche, too, believed that this hidden part holds the key to unlocking our true potential and achieving genuine freedom.

The Illusion of the Ideal Self 

Within our conscious selves, we construct an ideal image, piecing together fragments of our past that we deem good and acceptable. This ideal self becomes a shield against the uncomfortable aspects of our identity that we repress in the unconscious. Nietzsche would argue that fixating on this ideal self restricts our growth and limits our capacity to attain enlightenment. By perpetuating this illusion, we deny ourselves the opportunity to explore the depths of our true potential.

Shadow Integration

Nietzsche emphasized the significance of embracing our shadows to achieve self-actualization. He believed that true enlightenment could only be attained by delving into the darker aspects of our being. Nietzsche’s concept of the “will to power” suggests that by integrating our shadow self, we tap into our hidden potential, enabling us to transcend societal norms and expectations. This process demands self-acceptance and courage to confront our fears and weaknesses.

Confronting Fear: A Path to Growth

Imagine a great musician, however, the fear of failure inhibits them from auditioning for the symphony to test their skills among their high-performing peers. Nietzsche’s philosophy prompts us to face this fear and confront our shadows. By taking the plunge, acknowledging both our strengths and weaknesses, we open ourselves up to growth and self-discovery. This journey may initially be challenging and uncomfortable, but the rewards in terms of personal growth and fulfillment are unparalleled.

From Potential to Actuality

In our pursuit of freedom, we often fall into the trap of clinging to the potential of what we could be, rather than actively working towards actualizing our dreams. Nietzsche believed that true growth occurs in the real world, where we are measured, ranked, and confronted with reality. Rejecting our shadows and selectively embracing only the parts of ourselves we deem desirable leads to a life filled with regrets. By embracing our shadows and integrating our hidden potential, we break free from the confines of a fantasy world and step into the realm of actuality.

 The Soul’s Inherent code

In James Hillman’s book, “The Soul’s Code: In Search of Character and Calling,” he delves into the concept of the soul’s inherent code, its unique calling and purpose in life. This perspective aligns with the idea of embracing our shadows and integrating our hidden potential.

Hillman argues that each individual possesses a unique blueprint, an innate pattern or calling imprinted on our souls. This blueprint, often obscured by societal expectations and conditioning, holds the key to unlocking our true potential and achieving a sense of fulfillment. By exploring and embracing our shadows, those aspects of ourselves that we may consider undesirable or unacceptable, we come closer to understanding our soul’s code.

The process of shadow integration, as inspired by Nietzsche’s philosophy, aligns with Hillman’s belief that true self-discovery and self-actualization require us to delve into the depths of our being. By acknowledging and accepting our shadows, we gain a deeper understanding of our authentic selves and uncover the hidden talents, passions, and purposes that make us unique. Aligning our lives with our true calling, ultimately leads to a more fulfilling and purposeful existence.

Conclusion

As Nietzsche posits, freedom begins with self-acceptance and the willingness to embrace our shadows. By integrating our unconscious selves into our conscious beings, we embark on a transformative journey of self-improvement. The path to enlightenment and true freedom requires us to confront our fears, acknowledge our weaknesses, and embrace our true potential. Through this process, we unlock the doors to personal growth, authenticity, and a life lived to the fullest.

Prepare to embark on a philosophical journey like no other with Friedrich Nietzsche’s ‘Thus Spoke Zarathustra.’ This extraordinary work is a profound exploration of human existence, morality, and the quest for self-mastery. Nietzsche’s brilliant prose invites you to accompany the enigmatic Zarathustra as he descends from the mountains to share his wisdom with the world. Within its pages, you’ll encounter powerful ideas that challenge conventional thinking and inspire introspection. ‘Thus Spoke Zarathustra’ is not just a book; it’s an odyssey into the depths of the human soul, a transformative experience that will leave you questioning the very foundations of your beliefs and guiding you toward a path of self-discovery and enlightenment.

Dive into the fascinating realm of the human psyche with Carl Jung’s ‘The Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious.’ This profound work delves deep into the mysterious depths of the human mind, unraveling the secrets of archetypes that shape our thoughts, dreams, and behaviors. Jung, a pioneer in the field of psychology, invites you to embark on a journey through the collective unconscious, where ancient symbols and universal themes reside. As you explore the intricate web of archetypal imagery, you’ll gain profound insights into the hidden forces that influence our lives. ‘The Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious’ is a timeless masterpiece that will expand your understanding of the human experience, offering a transformative perspective on the interconnectedness of our inner worlds.

self-discovery with James Hillman’s ‘The Soul’s Code: In Search of Character and Calling.’ This captivating work invites you to explore the depths of your own soul and uncover the unique blueprint that defines your character and purpose in life. Hillman eloquently delves into the concept of the soul’s inherent code, a hidden pattern that shapes our destinies and guides us towards our true calling. As you immerse yourself in his thought-provoking insights, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of your authentic self and the extraordinary potential that lies within. ‘The Soul’s Code’ is a timeless masterpiece that will inspire you to embrace your shadows, acknowledge your strengths and weaknesses, and ultimately, live a life of profound fulfillment and purpose