My research focuses on the concept of consciousness as proposed by Max Planck, where he states that consciousness is fundamental and matter is derived from it. I am continuously exploring ways to further understand this concept and its implications to improve my life, satisfy my intellectual needs, and inspire my art work.
I regard consciousness as fundamental. I regard matter as derivative from consciousness. We cannot get behind consciousness. Everything that we talk about, everything that we regard as existing, postulates consciousness.
Max Planck, 25 Jan 1931, Sun The Observer (London, Greater London, England) Newspapers.com
Introduction
I’ve come to appreciate the straightforward process of looking, thinking, measuring, collecting data, checking, testing, and making improvements. Through this, I’ve observed that being authentic and consciousness are closely linked. Being authentic generates more original creative ideas, as it allows for true expression without the constraints of trying to fit into someone else’s mould. As I’ve learned more about how being my true self can affect my life, I’ve found I have more control over my health, well-being, and relationships.
The goal of this page is to bring together creativity, authenticity and consciousness, and create a cohesive unifying theory. The reason for doing this, is that during my creative work and teaching on creativity, I kept finding these three domains getting connected again and again. But above all, I find when I follow my theory, the results are very rewarding, if not surprising occasionally.
And this new, combined domain, proves to be fertile ground for experiments to stimulate creativity, to innovate, with new models of thinking. As a side effect, it makes me happier and more successful, too.
Each of the domains, creativity, authenticity and consciousness, deserves a page, if not a site, of its own. A quick search at an online bookshop shows the plethora of publications available, suggesting a large audience interested in learning more. But, I restrict myself to a long page, perhaps several pages, to make my point.
As I combine these three domains, I hope to achieve the following:
- Explain concisely what I mean by each domain: Creativity, Authenticity, and Consciousness
- Show the logic or science behind how I see each domain
- Illustrate how they are tied together and what makes this combination powerful
The Reality We Live In (World-view)
As we navigate the complexities of existence, two compelling paradigms present themselves: materialism and simulation theory. Materialism asserts that all aspects of reality are grounded in physical matter and processes, whereas simulation theory suggests that our reality might be an elaborate construct, akin to a virtual simulation. Examining these two perspectives provides a more profound insight into our understanding of consciousness, existence, and the very fabric of the universe.
Let me start with where we are now: current reality. There are two main views that describe the reality we live in:
- This is a material reality, everything is matter or a form thereof (Materialism).
- This is like a simulation, a virtual or information-based reality. I do not mean a computer simulation or that this is a virtual reality.
Materialism
Materialism holds that reality is fundamentally physical, where everything, including consciousness, can be explained by physical processes and matter. The universe and its phenomena are self-contained, arising from natural processes. According to materialism, consciousness is a by-product of physical processes within the brain, emphasizing that the only reality is the physical world composed of matter and energy.
The materialistic view has helped us a great deal in terms of technology and medicine. These developments primarily occur within the above-mentioned definition of our reality. However, materialism struggles to explain certain phenomena:
- Placebo and Nocebo Effects: Materialism often attributes these to chance or dismisses them as miracles, lacking a satisfactory explanation for the mind’s influence on physical health.
- Remote Viewing: The ability to perceive distant or unseen targets remains unexplained within a purely physical framework.
- Premonitions: Foreseeing future events cannot be adequately accounted for by materialistic explanations.
ESP domains, such as Force of Will, Divination, Theurgy, and Thaumaturgy, as outlined by Dean Radin in “Real Magic,” also fall outside the explanatory power of materialism. The consistent, high-quality research in these areas suggests phenomena that materialism cannot fully address, often relegated to delusion, coincidence, or faulty studies. These phenomena challenge the time-based cause-and-effect paradigm, occurring for reasons that lie beyond our control.
Materialism also fails to satisfactorily explain the so-called “Explanatory Gap,” which concerns how physical processes in the brain give rise to (subjective) experiences. This gap highlights the difficulty in connecting objective descriptions of neural activity with the subjective, qualitative nature of experiences.
Simulation Theory (Simulism)
Simulation Theory suggests that our reality might be an artificial simulation, akin to a highly advanced virtual reality. This theory posits that what we perceive as physical reality might be an illusion generated by an underlying code or simulation, evolved by an unknown entity. In this framework, the universe is a computational construct, and consciousness might be interfacing with a simulated environment, potentially existing outside the simulated universe.
Thomas Campbell’s Larger Consciousness System (LCS) posits that we live in what could be considered a virtual reality, a data or information-based system. Outside, or above, our reality, which we call life, is a meta-system of which we are a subset. Our reality is experienced as a physical reality because we primarily access the data through our five senses, giving the suggestion of physicality. These physical processes are well-described by science. However, there is also a so-called sixth sense, a mix of various data-receiving abilities. This subtle data is received from the LCS and, under certain conditions, brought to our conscious awareness as thoughts, insights, visuals, smells, and other sensory expressions.
The simulation theory provides a more comprehensive explanation for phenomena like ESP, remote viewing, and premonitions. It suggests that our consciousness interfaces with a simulated environment, where data from the LCS can manifest in various forms, transcending the limitations of our five senses. This view aligns with personal experiences of premonitions and creative insights, suggesting a broader source of knowledge and awareness.
While materialism offers a grounded, physical explanation of (simulated) reality, it falls short in addressing certain phenomena and the subjective nature of experience. Simulation theory, on the other hand, offers a compelling alternative, integrating these experiences into a coherent framework that transcends physical limitations.
Here are short introductions to the related articles.
Creativity taps into a vast reservoir of information, bridging the physical and intangible worlds. It involves authentic creation, drawing from Jung’s concepts of shadow and persona. Personal experiences illustrate the importance of overcoming societal norms. The mind and subtle signals guide the creative process. Embracing authenticity transforms and fuels creativity.
Authenticity guides us toward genuine expression by confronting fears and embracing love. It entails challenging social norms and fostering innovative ideas. Jeroen Carelse’s First Law of Creativity emphasizes aligning private and public lives for authenticity. Authenticity fosters personal growth and reduces resilience to criticism.
The LCS influences reality, shaped by consciousness and intention. It evolves through collaboration and low entropy. Reality operates beyond space and time, governed by scientific laws and phenomena like telepathy. Tools for adjusting reality include intention, attention, intensity, repetition, and need. Personal growth correlates with societal dynamics, decreasing societal entropy with collaboration and moral integrity.