Amid the noise of modern life, the void in consciousness offers a stable ground of stillness that reunites awareness with depth, height, and breadth of being Abstract In this essay, Kenneth Sorensen explores how presence emerges from the void in consciousness, the still, unchangeable awareness at the centre of the conscious ‘I’. He distinguishes presence […]
How to work with the conscious “I”, or “observer”, in counselling
When inner conflicts fragment the personality, self-identification with the conscious observer establishes a loving centre from which all parts can be harmonised and expressed In my ongoing reflections on the core concepts of psychosynthesis, we have reached the question of how to work with the conscious “I”, or “observer”, in counseling (see previous post at […]
What is the conscious “I”?
Lost amid a thousand identifications, the awareness of being aware recovers a stable ground of pure consciousness from which every experience can be witnessed and directed Abstract In this essay, Kenneth Sorensen explores the nature of the conscious ‘I’ as defined in psychosynthesis. He presents it as a centre of pure consciousness and will whose […]
The Self: A loving observer
The idea of the Self as the loving observer and wise director of our life lies at the root of psychosynthesis, and this article explores some of the deeper layers of this concept. By Kenneth Sørensen, MA Psychosynthesis2019 Abstract In this essay, Kenneth Sorensen explores the deeper dimensions of the Self as the loving observer […]
The self and Self
A compilation of quotes by Assagioli about the personal self, transpersonal Self and Universal Self The Self – an experience 1) “When we held the Valmy Conference in May 1958 much discussion took place about the Self and it occurs to us that readers of this Newsletter might like to exchange any relevant ideas they […]
Some Spiritual Aspects of Psychosynthesis
From several quarters we hear of a crisis of psychology. There is a growing realisation that the existing academic and scien¬tific psychologies are not adequate to minister to the needs and to solve the problems of a growing number of men and women.
Roberto Assagioli on “I” and Center
Conversation between John Firman and Roberto Assagioli – 1973
Talks on the Self, personal self and transpersonal Self
In this talk with some of his student, Roberto Assagioli is going deep into his consideration about the nature of the Higher Self. He discriminates between the Self and its influence in the superconscious area.
The Self: A Unifying Center
We find a permanent and real Self, behind thoughts, feelings and senseimpressions. This center of pure consciousness and will – the subject – act as an unifying center and create the personal and transpersonal psychosynthesis.
The Superconscious and the Self
A brilliant article regarding the difference between superconscious energies and The Self – the immovable point of pure consciousness and Will. Clear definitions of the “I” and the process of Self-realisation.
