The Map of Consciousness Part 1: The Anatomy of Suffering

Send us a Message - let us know what you think of the episode What if human suffering wasn’t random?What if there were actually a 'map', a framework for understanding why certain people remain trapped in cycles of shame or anger, while others seem able to rise above the same circumstances and live with courage, and joy?In the 1990s, psychiatrist and researcher David R. Hawkins proposed something radical.He suggested that human emotions, motivations, and worldviews exist on a measurable scale of consciousness, ranging from the most destructive states of mind all the way to enlightenment.He called it The Map of Consciousness.Now, at first that might sound a bit abstract or 'woo-woo', but stick with us. Because instead of judging people morally, what the map gives us is a surprisingly practical way to understand the mechanics of human behaviour.So, in this 3 part mini series, we’re exploring all the levels of Consciousness, starting with the very bottom of the map.Because in this basement level are four emotional states that can often keep us locked in suffering.Shame.Guilt.Apathy.Grief.For some, these aren’t just passing feelings. They’re entire worldviews that colour how we see ourselves and others around us.And some of the most powerful stories ever told, in film, TV, and theatre, are about characters trapped in these states, trying to climb their way out.So, in this episode, we’re exploring what these levels actually look like in real life and how becoming aware of them might help us begin to move beyond them.Book a Live Intro Seminar for the SPOA:https://spiritualpsychologyofacting.com/courses/online-intro-seminar/Support us on Patreon:www.patreon.com/TheSpiritualPsychologyofActingPodcastIf you’d like to get in touch with us, you can do so by emailing [email protected] you have any feedback, thoughts, topics you think we should cover in future episodes or questions about the Spiritual Psychology of Acting…whatever it is, we’d love to hear from you. Follow us:Instagram: SPOA - https://www.instagram.com/spiritual_psychology_of_acting/John Osborne Hughes - https://www.instagram.com/john.o.hughes1/Jordan Turk – https://www.instagram.com/jordan.turk/Facebook: SPOA - https://www.facebook.com/SpiritualPsychologyOfActing An Awakened State ProductionSupport the show