Psychology as Physics
Generally, when psychology is discussed it is viewed through the lens of physiology, biology or chemistry. Rarely are physics and psychology considered as being related subjects or areas of study. Few would consider physics as a viable means or window to understanding psychology, unless it is through "quantum physics." I doubt that it is necessary to factor the nebulous theories of "quantum mechanics" - whatever they actually are - into the equation. The greater the number, frequency and variety of experiences of an "energetic nature" that I have, the more convinced I become that to understand psychology we need only apply our knowledge of physics and the known chemical elements to gain insight into psychological processes. We need not add unnecessary terms, elements or conditions, nor are we limited to a reductionist absurdity.
To say that psychology is physics and/or that there is a physics that is peculiar to psychology is to state the same principle in two equally valid ways. How does one make sense of the phrase "physics of psychology"? What is a physics of psychology? We must begin by assuming that the human being possesses or is of the composition of all phases of matter. A human being contains a variety of substances in the Solid, Liquid, Gaseous and Plasma phases. This principle has been staring us in the face through the theories of the elements of Earth, Water, Wind and Fire that can be found in many spiritual philosophies. Clearly, a human being is composed of many substances and it may be safe to assume that whatever substances may be found in the human body in the solid and liquid phases, may also be present in human life in gaseous and plasma phases. That it is so, I am relatively certain, as to how it works I still have many questions.
What leads me to conclude that gases and plasmas are present in human life? Well, look first to cosmology, then ask yourself if it is probable or likely that what is everywhere, is not also here. But, there is another more compelling proof and it comes from personal experience. I have breathed gases into my own body that created a "pressure," presumably due to expansion in my solar plexus and in my head. The pressure is not unlike the pressure associated with indigestion, belching or flatulence, thus if it acts like a gas, feels like a gas and affects one like a gas, then it must be a gas. It is interesting to note another glaring fact staring us right in the face that comes from the breathing exercises of the Yogic tradition. The Yogic breathing exercises are meant to imbibe an energy substance called "Prana," but it may well be that what is called Prana may be another term for various gases. The "Chi" of the Taoist tradition may also be a reference to gases.
There is another type of experience that seems to lend additional credence to this theory and it is the question of the transformation of sexual fluid. It does seem to be a fact that parts of the sexual fluid may change phase and become gases. I have personally experienced this through intoning the vowel sounds, specifically the sounds, "OU" and "OH." Again, mantra repetition and chanting seem synonymous with renunciation and monasticism throughout all traditions as a means of transforming sexual fluids into gases. What is experienced through this process is the "pressures" in the solar plexus and head mentioned previously, in addition to the occurrence of natural pranayama's. Like substances attract like substances, thus the cryptic and the otherwise incomprehensible statement of Christ where he says, "he that hath will be given more and more but he that hath not even that will be taken away." To begin to understand and experience these processes I think that reading both the works of G. I. Gurdjieff and Richard Rose is helpful. There is also much practical knowledge in the Yogic, Buddhist and Taoist traditions that might be better appreciated if viewed in its proper light.
My sense is that physical health depends upon the right combination, ratio and quantity of gases, in conjunction with all of the usual things. When "healing energy" is transmitted, it may well be gas particles that are being conveyed. A comparative study of all that is known of gases/plasmas with all that has been stated regarding "psychic phenomena" or experiences may provide a rational explanation of the "unexplained" that is comprehensible within a physics framework or theoretical model. Another point to consider is that this perspective or theory can be tested scientifically and is therefore falsifiable, whereas reductionism is not falsifiable and is therefore unscientific. What is the gaseous makeup of the human being? Are these gases contained or held in place by plasma? Do these gases fuel plasmas? Do human beings possess gaseous bodies and/or plasma bodies? How can one test for the presence of the whole range of gases that are lighter than oxygen in or around the human body?
If the physical body is carbon-based and the sexual fluid is carbon-based, is carbon gas an essential substance for human life? If so, why do we exhale carbon dioxide? How do gases stratify or segment in or around the physical body? Do the heavier gases contract towards the center? Do these gases mix together? Is the human evolutionary process one of becoming a "Gas Giant" and then a "Sun" on our own scale through absorption of gaseous/plasma substances and through development of gaseous/plasma bodies? What is the relationship of sound or frequency to the phases of matter, distinct substances and to transformation of substances through expansion or through contraction? Is psychology, physics? How can this theory be tested scientifically? Is it possible to accurately measure the total "gas content" or "plasma content" of the human being? Are "scientists" ready to slide down this slippery slope of discovery that will lead them directly to spirituality, creation and "intelligent design"?
From what I can gather the Taoist theory of the three Tan Tiens is the most accurate and coincides precisely with Gurdjieff's intellectual, emotional and moving centers.
ReplyDeleteWhat I have experienced is these three locations - head, solar plexus and navel - as organizing centers for energy, specifically sexual fluids and inhaled gases. Obviously, oxygen goes from the lungs to the bloodstream but are there other lighter than oxygen gases that are inhaled into these three regions?
My experience suggests that this is the case, given that breathing through the nose draws gases into the head and into the solar plexus, whereas breathing through the lungs draws gases to the navel and the bloodstream. As gases are absorbed into these regions sexual fluids flow upward and mix with them. Conversely, when sexual fluids enter into these regions gases are naturally absorbed through breathing.
Placing the tongue on the roof of the mouth and breathing naturally through the nose helps with inhaling gases, whereas Jonathan Goldman's vowel progression helps in sexual fluid transformation, i.e., Uh, Ou, Oh, Ah, Eye, Eh, Ee - which is really - Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Ti.
There are three magnetic centers in the human psyche: Head, Chest and Buttocks. Each magnetic center has four poles resulting in 12 magnetic regions. The three magnetic centers correspond to the intellectual, emotional and physical faculties.
ReplyDeleteThe three magnetic centers each have a concentration of energy at the three following locations: Navel, Solar Plexus and Third Eye. It is possible to generate energy at these three locations through the following tones/notes: Ou - D (Navel); Oh - E (Solar Plexus); Eh - A (Third Eye).
When these tones/notes are produced sexual fluids and inhaled gases go to these areas providing energy for ones mental, emotional and physical life. As these energies reach the Navel, they go up the spine and down the legs. As these energies reach the Solar Plexus, they go to the chest/lungs/heart and down the arms. As these energies reach the Third Eye, they go to the brain and to the senses.