Patterns in the Spiral

Similarities in the Cycles

Movements in relation to the axes in the two cycles show similarities.

The initial transition in each Cycle, μ1 → μ2 and μ1→ μ5, is back along the X-axis towards greater acceptance of current reality. This is associated with greater attention to personal needs and more self-care.

The next transition in each Cycle, μ2 → μ3 and μ5→ μ6, is up the U-axis towards more transcendence of ego/self. This is associated with more attention to social needs and more care for others.

The third transition in each Cycle, μ3 → μ4 and μ6→ μ7, is forward along the X-axis towards greater transcendence of current reality. This is difficult and requires positive willingness and inner strength.

The final transition in each Cycle is down the Y-axis back to μ1, and this is something that is easy and natural.

Intersecting Diamonds

The Primal Quests revealed a specific oscillating duality:  

• ODD-numbered:  self-centric and discovered
  vs

• EVEN-numbered:  socio-centric and developed

Spirals appear to have a standard oscillation duality:

• ODD-numbered:  to be accepted and needing adaptation
  vs

• EVEN-numbered:  to be determined and needing initiative.

This appears to apply to the Coping Spiral as shown in the diagram below:

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Originally posted: 29-Sep-2024.