Experience Domain:

Arenas for Individualizing (PH'4Q•)

Overview

The Arenas for Individualizing are about exchanges enabling self-preservation.

The 7 Q-Arenas for Individualizingare each presented briefly here

The pairing of these Arenas is explained here.

The Tree of the 7 Arenas is proposed here.

In this webpage, after providing a summary Table of the 7 Arenas, there will be further Tables and diagrams related to each of the Arenas, specifically:

a) the Types in the Arena

b) the Spiral of Growth in the Arena

c) the Tree of the Arena

More

All formulations are summary propositions. Being at an early stage of drafting, they need correction, expansion, refinement and improvement.

Individualizing in the Q-Arenas is experienced as serving self-preservation. . Labels to help grasp each of the Arenas are shown in the Table below.

The Arenas oscillate between social or outer-directed (odd-numbered) and personal or inner-directed (even-numbered).

PH'4	Label for Self-Preservation Constituent Types	Typology PH'4Q•t	Spiral PH'4Q•C	Hierarchy PH'4Q•H	Tree PH'4Q•HK	Struct Hier PH'4Q•sH	Str Hier Tree PH'4Q•sHK
	Continuity within an Individualizing Arena	Ways to Preserve the Self	Strengthening Individuality	Levels in the Individualizing Arena	Dynamic Determinants	Context of the Individualizing Arena	Socio-emotional Engagement
-Q7	Spiritual continuity Transpersonal (T7) guided by Sensory (T1)	... to handle vulnerability	Strengthening self-protection via milieu awareness	... of power in self-protection	... of self-protection in existence	n/k	n/k
-Q6	Survival continuity Social (T6) guided by Transpersonal (T7)	... to respond to adversity	Strengthening inner resolve via adjustment	... of control in hopefulness	... of hopefulness in adversity	n/k	n/k
-Q5	Societal continuity Relational (T5) guided by Social (T6)	... to get acknowledged	Strengthening social recognition via social presence	... of resolution in acceptance	... of acceptance in society	n/k	n/k
-Q4	Practical continuity Individual (T4) guided by Relational (T5)	... to assist others	Strengthening involvement via inputs	... of standing in usefulness	... of usefulness in a community	n/k	n/k
-Q3	Relational continuity Emotional (T3) guided by Individual (T4)	... to maintain relationships	Strengthening close ties via bonding	... of a involvement in a friendship	... of friendship in a relationship	n/k	n/k
-Q2	Psychic continuity Vital (T2) guided by Emotional (T3)	... to feel real and alive	Strengthening a self-image via self-confirmation	... of value in self-confidence	... of self-confidence in thriving	n/k	n/k
-Q1	Daily continuity Sensory (T1) guided by Vital (T2)	... to connect socially	Strengthening ties to others via social interaction	... of intensity in sociability	... of sociability in everyday life	n/k	n/k

 

Q1: Sociability

Sociability is about interacting with others in a comfortable and pleasant way in everyday life. There is no requirement for depth in relationships or sophistication in social skills.

While everyone is expected to manifest a capacity for sociability, for some it is the defining mode of self-expression and the

Easy childhood experiences and personality factors will affect the role that sociability plays in a person's life. However, harmonious social interaction in which acceptance is the rule, even if it is only superficial and in the moment, reduces stress and anxiety and can boost self-esteem.

Networking depends on sociability.

#	Ways (t) to Connect Socially TET	Modes/Stages (μ/Φ) in Strengthening Social Ties Spiral	Hierarchy (L) for Sociability Tree
7	Join in celebrations	Ritualized celebrations	Celebrations
6	Enter competitions	Friendly competition	Competitions
5	Explore interests	Shared interests	Interests
4	Display generosity	Conventional generosity	Generosity
3	Express approval	Public approval	Approval
2	Initiate conversations	Stimulating conversation	Conversations
1	Attend events	Available events	Events

Q1t: Ways to Connect Socially

 

The ways to connect socially can be considered in relation to a particular opportunity for social interaction and plotted high or low in relation to the attention that must be given to the setting (X-axis) and the effort required to interact (Y-axis).

As usual, the ways fall into quadrants. Those in the lower two quadrants are more intrinsically motivated. while those in the upper two quadrants are affected by extrinsic expectations. Ways in the right two quadrants are more milieu-driven, while those in the left two quadrants are more self-driven. Ways in diametrically opposite quadrants engender a degree of antagonism: LR enables general opportunity, while UL enables a specific opportunity; LL seeks mirroring, while UR seeks reciprocity.

The inner circle defines ways that are superficial and general and so apply similarly in all networks.
The outer circle defines ways that are specialized and will vary from network to network.
The two circles fuse in attending events which changes from being occasional to being special.

The arrows indicate preferences for establishing a personal presence i.e. conversations (t2) are strengthened when exploring personal interests (t5), generosity (t4) is commonly required to enable celebrations (t7), obvious approval (t3) is enhanced by friendly competition (t5), and attending events (t1) that are special is more significant than attending the occasional event.

Q1C: Stages in Strengthening Social Ties via Social Interaction

In this framework, the ways to connect socially, having been plotted, are viewed as modes of social interaction.

These modes comprise distinctive sets of principles and values for interacting socially and enabling enduring sociability. Together they spell out what is required to strengthen social ties.

Being sociable commences with attending available social events (μ1), while recognizing that attendance is meaningless unless diligently followed up and developed. So the Spiral is an effortful process in which the values of each Mode (μ) cumulate to form a series of Stages (Φ). Development can stop at any Stage if the degree of sociability is judged sufficient.

Cycle-1 modes use Stage-1 events to establish a welcome social presence: initially by engaging in stimulating conversations (μ2), then by publicly giving and receiving approval (μ3), and finally by displaying generosity in a conventional way (μ4). At the end of this Cycle, attendance at events is regular and can be depended upon by others in the group or network.

In Cycle-2, the last three modes progressively increase active participation, initially via finding and pursuing interests shared with others (μ5), then by taking part in friendly in-group competitions (μ6), and finally by joining in ritualized celebrations (μ7).

Maximizing sociability depends on progressing from enabling superficial encounters and interactions to personalizing participation regularly.

Drivers for the evolutionary progression through these modes appear to be: (a) wishes to develop ties beyond the current Stage, (b) wishes for a social life that is more certain and reliable, (c) pressure from life changes like moving to a new environment or external encouragement from family or peers, and (d) limitations of the current mode when taken to extremes.

Q1HK: Determinants of Sociability in Everyday Life

As usual, a Tree can be created from the Q-typology (equivalent to the essence of each of the 7 modes) and this provides for dynamics between the determinants of sociability.

The dynamic duality to be applied is responsive/specific/personal v systematic/general/social.

The internal duality suggested is personalizing interaction v interacting with others.

The psychosocial pressures are well-being as the underpinning force derived from the Experience-RL4 domain, and not shown in the diagram; and then performance based on the Q1 position, and finally autonomy (from Sensory being-PH'4L1) and certainty (from Vital being-PH'4L2).

The requisite and self-interested Trees are shown below.

Q1sH & Q1sHK: Undetermined

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Q2: Self-Confidence

Self-confidenceis about maintaining your self-worth so as to encourage others to relate to you. There is again no requirement for depth in relationships, nor for personal sophistication.

Everyone desires self-confidence and, for some, it is the essence of their individuality and self-expression. For others, it is the basis from which they pursue individuality in other arenas, especially assisting with relationships (Q3) and usefulness (Q4). For all, it is essential to manage everyday stresses.

Self-confidence emerges naturally given childhood experiences of empathic support and validation which fosters liveliness. As identity develops and consolidates in young adulthood, the concerns of this Arena come to the forefront. They are the stuff of soaps and reality TV.

#	Ways (t) to Feel Alive TET	Modes/Stages (μ/Φ) in Self-confirmation Spiral	Hierarchy (L) for Self-confidence Tree
7	Welcome idealization	Unselfconscious idealization	Idealization
6	Seek love	True love	Love
5	Release feelings	Revealed feelings	Feelings
4	Use sexuality	Conventional sexuality	Sexuality
3	Allow attraction	Mutual attraction	Attraction
2	Take on challenges	Meaningful challenges	Challenges
1	Embrace physicality	Natural physicality	Physicality

Those who suffered a traumatic childhood, whether unintentional due to illness or accident or based on emotional or physical abuse, this Arena is difficult to master. The individual is uncomfortable in their body (t1), avoids challenges (t2), feels unattractive (t3), is sexually inhibited or perverted (t4), suppresses and represses feelings (t5), claims to be unlovable (t6), and is crushed by a sense of imperfection and self-doubt (t7). Recommendations for building self-confidence typically focus on strengthening the sense of self, rather than attending to this Arena.

Q2t: Ways to Feel Alive

The ways to feel alivecan be plotted high or low in relation to their dependence on bodily activity(X-axis) and their dependence on others (Y-axis).

As usual, the ways fall into quadrants. Those in the lower two quadrants are intrapersonal. while those in the upper two quadrants are interpersonal. Ways in the right two quadrants require initiative, while those in the left two quadrants depend on receptivity. Ways in diametrically opposite quadrants engender a degree of antagonism: LR is physical, while UL is relational; LL ways are difficult and disturbing, while UR ways are easy and exciting.

The inner circle defines ways that are body-based and so are similar for everyone.
The outer circle defines ways that are emotional and idiosyncratic for each individual.
The two circles fuse in attending events which changes from being occasional to being special.

The arrows indicate preferences for enhancing the intensity of aliveness i.e. challenges (t2) are enhanced by feelings (t5), sexuality (t4) is commonly enhanced by idealization (t7), attraction (t3) is enhanced by love (t5), and physicality (t1) that is assured enhances bodily awareness.

 

Q2C: Stages in Strengthening a Self-image via Self-confirmation

In this framework, the ways to feel alive, having been plotted, are viewed as modes of self-confirmation.

These modes comprise distinctive sets of principles and values for handling one's body and one's self. Together they spell out what is required to strengthen a self-image.

Any self-image commences with our natural physicality as bodily awareness (μ1) and preoccupations, while recognizing that attendance is meaningless unless diligently followed up and developed. So the Spiral is an effortful process in which the values of each Mode (μ) cumulate to form a series of Stages (Φ). Development can stop at any Stage if the self-image is judged sufficient, but most desire to at least integrate modes 1 through 4.

Cycle-1 modes build on Stage-1 self-awareness to get positive feedback: initially by choosing meaningful challenges (μ2), then by experiencing mutual attraction (μ3), and finally by engaging sexually in a socially approved fashion (μ4). Stage-1 re-emerges at the end of this Cycle-1 as a liveliness that is internally reassuring and enjoyed by others.

In Cycle-2, the last three modes progressively increase social validation that lively self-image: initially by sharing feelings with others (μ5), then by seeking and finding love (μ6), and finally by enjoying an unselfconscious idealization (μ7).

Maximizing self-confidence depends on moving from being simply aware of one's body to being physically assured in terms of other's attitudes and one's own self-idealization.

Drivers for the evolutionary progression through these modes appear to be: (a) wishes for more self-confirmation, (b) desires to alter the self-image to be more valued by others, (c) pressures from within and without, and (d) excessive or distorted use of the current mode.

Q2HK: Determinants of Self-confidence in Thriving

As usual, a Tree can be created from the Q-typology (equivalent to the essence of each of the 7 modes) and this provides for dynamics between the determinants of Self-confidence.

The dynamic duality to be applied is responsive/specific/personal v systematic/general/social.

The internal duality suggested is relating to others v self-preservation which seems to be about self-importance enabling self-love (self-esteem, self-worth).

The psychosocial pressures are well-being as the underpinning force derived from the Experience-RL4 domain, and not shown in the diagram; and then certainty based on the Q2 position, and finally certainty (from Vital being-PH'4L2) and performance (from Emotional being-PH'4L3).

The requisite and self-interested Trees are shown below.

Q2sH & Q2sHK: Undetermined

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Q3: Relationship

Relationships refer to a person's potentially enduring association with another person.

Relationships commence within the family, and then with maturation extend to outsiders. Relating expresses and develops individuality.

Most relationships are casual and the other person is described as an acquaintance. More significant relationships become friendships. The two special forms are romantic which are deeply personal and potentially lead to a new family; and professional or work-based which may come to a sudden end.

While sociability demands civility and can apply in any interaction, relating introduces an element of caring and positive liking for the other person.

#	Ways (t) to Relate TET	Modes/Stages (μ/Φ) in Bonding Spiral	Hierarchy (L) for Friendship Tree
7	Mesh life choices	Interpersonal meshing	Meshing
6	Show loyalty	Loyal compliance	Compliance
5	Join in rituals	Created rituals	Rituals
4	Bestow gifts	Meaningful exchanges	Exchanges
3	Admire qualities	Appreciative validation	Validation
2	Stay close	Physical closeness	Closeness
1	Feel caring	Sympathetic caring	Caring

Q3t: Ways to Maintain Relationships

The ways to relatecan be plotted high or low in relation to attention given to the other (X-axis) and attention given to oneself (Y-axis).

As usual, the ways fall into quadrants. Ways in diametrically opposite quadrants engender a degree of antagonism: LR is an inner state, while UL is external show; LL ways are based in action, while UR ways are based in thoughtfulness.

The inner circle defines ways that are emotionally driven and liable to ignore situational realities.
The outer circle defines ways that consider the whole person in the actual situation.
The two circles fuse in feeling caring which changes from experiencing attraction to experiencing devotion.

The arrows indicate preferences for maintaining the relationship i.e. closeness (t2) is maintained by rituals (t5), exchanges (t4) are maintained by life meshing (t7), validation (t3) is maintained by loyalty (t5), and caring (t1) that is devoted maintains attraction.

 

Q3C: Stages in Strengthening Relating via Bonding

In this framework, the ways to confirm relating, having been plotted, are viewed as modes of social bonding.

These modes comprise distinctive sets of principles and values for strengthening social bonds. Together they spell out what is required to form a friendship.

Any relationship commences with liking, which is a spontaneous attraction evoking at least a minimum of sympathy and caring (μ1) directed at the other. So the Spiral is an effortful process in which the values of each Mode (μ) cumulate to form a series of Stages (Φ). Development can stop at any Stage if the quality of relating is judged sufficient.

Cycle-1 modes build on Stage-1 liking to develop an emotional attachment: initially by finding opportunities to become physically close (μ2), then by appreciating and validating qualities (μ3) of the other, and finally by engaging in meaningful exchanges (μ4). Reciprocal assistance becomes easy and natural so Stage-1 caring re-emerges at the end of this Cycle-1 as a willingness to be of service.

In Cycle-2, the last three modes progressively deepen personal involvement: initially by creating rituals (μ5) that enable and celebrate togetherness, then by complying with requests (μ6) of all sorts, and finally by meshing significant life choices (μ7). These commitments shift Stage-1 caring to being natural and selfless.

Deepening friendship depends on moving from simply liking someone to being devoted to them.

Drivers for the evolutionary progression through these modes appear to be: (a) wishes to deepen the friendship, (b) wishes for a more stable reliable relationship, (c) pressures from within and without, and (d) excessive or distorted use of the current mode.

Q3HK: Determinants of Friendship in a Relationship

As usual, a Tree can be created from the Q-typology using the essence of each of the 7 modes, and this provides for dynamics between the determinants of Friendship.

The dynamic duality to be applied is personal v social.

The internal duality is suggested to be connecting to the other v binding to the other.

The psychosocial pressures are well-being as the underpinning force derived from the Experience-RL4 domain, and not shown in the diagram; and then acceptability based on the Q3 position; and finally performance (from Emotional being-PH'4L3) and understanding (from Individual being-PH'4L4).

The requisite and self-centred Trees are shown below.

Q3sH & Q3sHK: Undetermined

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Q4: Usefulness

Being useful creates the sense of being needed and that is a justification for existence. Usefulness is therefore a potentially powerful support of individuality.

Usefulness is closely associated with caring about others and helpfulness and that has been identified as pressured by well-being.

The danger with a focus on usefulness is that a person may come to experience themselves as an instrument and lose touch with their own inner needs.

#	Ways (t) to Assist Others TET	Modes/Stages (μ/Φ) in Inputs for Involvement Spiral	Hierarchy (L) for Usefulness Tree
7	Give backing	Solid backing	Backing
6	Use influence	Potent influence	Influence
5	Communicate identification	Deliberate identification	Identification
4	Promise dependability	Constant dependability	Dependability
3	Apply abilities	Applicable abilities	Abilities
2	Choose engagement	Willing engagement	Engagement
1	Show concern	Targeted concern	Concern

Q4t: Ways to Assist Others

The ways to assist otherscan be plotted high or low in relation to recognition by others (X-axis) and likelihood of effectiveness (Y-axis).

As usual, the ways fall into quadrants. Ways in diametrically opposite quadrants engender a degree of antagonism: LR is driven from within, while UL is dependent on externals; LL ways are personal, while UR ways are social.

The inner circle defines ways that are immediate and personal responses to the situation of need.
The outer circle defines ways that are enduring and social positions in relation to the situation of need.
The two circles fuse in concern whose spontaneous form is immediate and whose committed form is enduring.

The arrows indicate preferences for bolstering assistance i.e. identification (t5) bolsters engagement (t2), backing (t7) bolsters dependability (t4), backing (t5) bolsters abilities (t3), and concern (t1) that is committed bolsters spontaneity.

 

Q4C: Stages in Strengthening Usefulness via Inputs

In this framework, the ways to assist others, having been plotted, are viewed as modes of personal input.

These modes comprise distinctive sets of principles and values to assist others in a constructive way. Together they spell out what is required to be useful.

Any offer of assistancecommences with a targetted concern for the plight of an acquaintance or associate. So the Spiral is an effortful process in which the values of each Mode (μ) cumulate to form a series of Stages (Φ). Development can stop at any Stage if the sense of being useful is judged sufficient.

Cycle-1 modes build on the spontaneous Stage-1 concern to provide prompt assistance: initially by becoming willingly engaged (μ2), then by applying abilities (μ3) to serve the other, and finally by being reliably available (μ4). Provision of assistance becomes an expectation so that Stage-1 concern re-emerges at the end of this Cycle-1 as a sustained concern.

In Cycle-2, the last three modes progressively increase personal involvement: initially by deliberately identifying (μ5) with the other's situation, then by using potent influence (μ6), and finally by offering solid backing (μ7). These result in Stage-1 concern becoming a commitment.

Maximizing usefulness depends on moving from simply showing concern for another's need to being committed to help.

Drivers for the evolutionary progression through these modes appear to be: (a) wishes to be perceived as useful, (b) wishes to offer support that is more direct and reliable, (c) pressures from within and without, and (d) excessive or distorted use of the current mode.

Q4HK: Determinants of Usefulness in a Community

As usual, a Tree can be created from the Q-typology (equivalent to the essence of each of the 7 modes) and this provides for dynamics between the determinants of Usefulness.

The dynamic duality to be applied is social v personal.

The internal duality suggested is personal involvement v practical assistance which seems to be about involvement enabling assistance.

The psychosocial pressures are well-being as the underpinning force derived from the Experience-RL4 domain, and not shown in the diagram; and then well-being based on the Q4 position; and finally understsanding (from Individual being-PH'4L4) and acceptability (from Relational being-PH'4L5).

The requisite and self-interested Trees are shown below.

Q4sH & Q4sHK: Undetermined

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Q5: Acceptance

Acceptance is a group-based arena.

 

#	Ways (t) to Get Acknowledged TET	Modes/Stages (μ/Φ) in Presence Spiral	Hierarchy (L) for Acceptance Tree
7	Gain credentials	Credible credentials	Credentials
6	Make a contribution	Useful contributions	Voluntarism
5	Adopt a role	Necessary roles	Roles
4	Reveal a personality	Presentable personality	Personality
3	Offer sharing	Spontaneous sharing	Sharing
2	Be responsive	Reliable responsiveness	Responsiveness
1	Manage interaction	Conventional interaction	Interaction

Q5t: Ways to Get Acknowledged

The ways to get acknowledgedcan be plotted high or low in relation to their orientation to the social consensus (X-axis) and their orientation to personal engagement (Y-axis).

As usual, the ways fall into quadrants. The lower two quadrants foster submergence of the personality, while the upper two quadrants foster expression of the personality. The right-hand two quadrants are self-pre-occupied while the left-hand two quadrants are other-directed.

Ways in diametrically opposite quadrants engender a degree of antagonism: LR is standardized, while UL is personalized; LL ways are stability-oriented, while UR ways are progress-oriented.

The inner circle defines ways that are about self-conscious involvement.
The outer circle defines ways that driven by social requirements.
The two circles fuse in interaction whose polite form is self-conscious and whose valued form is socially determined.

The arrows indicate preferences for gaining social recognition i.e. responsiveness (t2) suggests a social role (t5), personality (t4) is bolstered by credentials (t7), sharing (t3) paves the way for contributions (t5), and interaction (t1) that is polite is bolstered by being valued.

Q5C: Stages in Strengthening Social Recognition via a Presence

In this framework, the ways to get acknowledged, having been plotted, are viewed as modes of social presence.

These modes comprise distinctive sets of principles and values to gain recognition and social standing within a group. Together they spell out what is required to be accepted.

Any attempt to be acceptedcommences with polite interaction that is conventional. So the Spiral is an effortful process in which the values of each Mode (μ) cumulate to form a series of Stages (Φ). Development can stop at any Stage if the sense of being accepted is judged sufficient.

Cycle-1 modes build on the spontaneous Stage-1 politeness to ensure genuine acceptance by others: initially by offering reliable responsiveness (μ2), then by spontaneously sharing (μ3) tasks or benefits, and finally by revealing a presentable personality (μ4). At this point the Stage-1 interaction appears personalized.

In Cycle-2, the last three modes progressively consolidate social recognition: initially by fulfilling necessary roles (μ5), then by making useful contributions (μ6), and finally by gaining credible credentials (μ7). These result in Stage-1 interactionbecoming valued.

Maximizing acceptance depends on moving social interactions from being merely polite interaction to being valued.

Drivers for the evolutionary progression through these modes appear to be: (a) wishes to belong to a group, (b) aspirations for more social recognition, (c) pressures from within and without, and (d) excessive or distorted use of the current mode.

Q5HK: Determinants of Acceptance in Society

As usual, a Tree can be created from the Q-typology (equivalent to the essence of each of the 7 modes) and this provides for dynamics between the determinants of Acceptance.

The dynamic duality to be applied is social v personal.

The internal duality suggested is sustained recognition v polite acknowledgement which seems to be about status shaping presence.

The psychosocial pressures are well-being as the underpinning force derived from the Experience-RL4 domain, and not shown in the diagram; and then understanding based on the Q5 position; and finally acceptability (from Relational being-PH'4L5) and selflessness (from Social being-PH'4L6).

The requisite and self-interested Trees are shown below.

Q5sH & Q5sHK: Undetermined

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Q6: Hopefulness

 

 

#	Ways (t) to Respond to Adversity TET	Modes/Stages (μ/Φ) in Adjustment Spiral	Hierarchy (L) for Hopefulness Tree
7	Create beliefs	Useful beliefs	Beliefs
6	Express gratitude	Conscious gratitude	Gratitude
5	Accept reality	Mature realism	Realism
4	Make self-adjustments	Deliberate self-adjustment	Self-adjustment
3	Exploit opportunities	Available opportunities	Opportunity
2	Pursue strategies	Viable strategies	Strategies
1	Set goals	Achievable goals	Goals

Q6t: Ways to Respond to Adversity/Catastrophe

The ways to get acknowledgedcan be plotted high or low in relation to their orientation to the future (X-axis) and their orientation to personal views (Y-axis).

As usual, the ways fall into quadrants. The lower two quadrants are internally-oriented, while the upper two quadrants are externally-oriented. The right-hand two quadrants call for imaginative effort, while the left-hand two quadrants are grounded in what is given.

Ways in diametrically opposite quadrants engender a degree of antagonism: LR ways are personally focused, while UL ways are environmentally focused; LL ways seek environmental control, while UR ways call for self-control.

The inner circle defines ways that are about participation in the socio-physical milieu.
The outer circle defines ways that driven by a transcendental-transpersonal orientation..
The two circles fuse in goal-setting whose minimal form is socially credible and whose maximally developed form is empowered.

The arrows indicate preferences for gaining spiritual support i.e. strategies (t2) are supported by engaging with reality (t5), self-adjustment (t4) is supported by created beliefs (t7), exploitation of opportunities (t3) is supported by expressing gratitude (t5), and goals (t1) that are credible are supported by empowerment.

Q6C: Stages in Strengthening Inner Resolve via Adjustment

In this framework, the ways to respond to adversity, having been plotted, are viewed as modes of personal adjustment.

These modes comprise distinctive sets of principles and values to handle the extremely difficult situation in which a person may be plunged. Together they develop personal resolve to handle the situation and spell out what is required to be hopeful.

Any generation of resolvecommences with setting credible achievable goals. So the Spiral is an effortful process in which the values of each Mode (μ) cumulate to form a series of Stages (Φ). Development can stop at any Stage if resolve is judged sufficient.

Cycle-1 modes build on credible Stage-1 goals to enable pursuing these goals under the circumstances: initially by devising viable strategies (μ2), then by seeking out available opportunities (μ3), and finally by deliberate self-adjustment (μ4). At this point the Stage-1 goals will be fully owned.

In Cycle-2, the last three modes progressively enable overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles: initially by adopting a mature realism (μ5), then by showing conscious gratitude (μ6), and finally by developing useful beliefs (μ7) about the situation and the future. These result in Stage-1 goals becoming empowered.

Maximizing resolve depends on moving goals from being merely credible to being owned and empowered.

Drivers for the evolutionary progression through these modes appear to be: (a) determination to maintain hope, (b) need to strengthen resolve, (c) pressures from within and without, and (d) excessive or distorted use of the current mode.

Q6HK: Determinants of Hopefulness in Adversity

As usual, a Tree can be created from the Q-typology (equivalent to the essence of each of the 7 modes) and this provides for dynamics between the determinants of Hopefulness.

The dynamic duality to be applied is social v personal.

The internal duality suggested is overcoming negativity v creating of change which seems to be about affirmations shaping initiatives.

The psychosocial pressures are well-being as the underpinning force derived from the Experience-RL4 domain, and not shown in the diagram; and then autonomy based on the Q6 position; and finally selflessness (from Social being-PH'4L6) and Well-Being (from Transpersonal being-PH'4L7).

The requisite and self-interested Trees are shown below.

Q6sH & Q6sHK: Undetermined

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Q7: Self-Protection

 

 

#	Ways (t) to Handle Vulnerability TET	Modes/Stages (μ/Φ) in Inner Positivity Spiral	Hierarchy (L) for Self-protection Tree
7	Choose a path	Chosen path	The Path
6	Develop positions	Defensible positions	Positions
5	Find humour	Unifying humour	Humour
4	Awaken faith	Practical faith	Faith
3	Know your self	Cosmic self	Self-knowledge
2	Attribute significance	Esoteric significance	Significance
1	Allow openness	Deliberate openness	Openness

Q7t: Ways to Handle Vulnerability

The ways to handle vulnerability can be plotted high or low in relation to their orientation to potential dangers in the situation (X-axis) and their involvement of the self (Y-axis).

As usual, the ways fall into quadrants. The lower two quadrants are receptive, while the upper two quadrants are assertive. The right-hand two quadrants call for imaginative effort, while the left-hand two quadrants are grounded in what is given.

Ways in diametrically opposite quadrants engender a degree of antagonism: LR ways are outer-oriented, while UL ways are inner-oriented; LL ways require reflection, while UR ways require commitment.

The inner circle defines ways that require transcendence of current conditions.
The outer circle defines ways that require a practical grounding in your milieu.
The two circles fuse in openness whose minimal form is noticing phenomenaand whose maximally developed form is seeing reality for what it is.

The arrows indicate preferences for gaining practical reassurance i.e. significance (t2) is supported by humour (t5), faith (t4) is supported by choosing a path (t7), knowing your self (t3) is supported by development of positions (t5), and openness (t1) that enables noticing phenomena is supported by seeing the reality.

Q7C: Stages in Strengthening Self-Protection

In this framework, the ways to handle vulnerability, having been plotted, are viewed as modes of milieu awareness.

These modes comprise distinctive sets of principles and values to handle dangerous environments. Together they ensure vulnerabilityis handled in the situation and spell out what is required to strengthen self-protection.

Any management of vulnerability commences with being open so as to notice phenomena. So the Spiral is an effortful process in which the values of each Mode (μ) cumulate to form a series of Stages (Φ). Development can stop at any Stage if vulnerability is judged to be sufficiently managed.

Cycle-1 modes build on Stage-1 openness to become one with the situation: initially by realizing the deeper or esoteric significance (μ2) of what is noticed , then by disentangling one's ego to allow cosmic union (μ3), and finally by maintaining a practical faith (μ4) in regard to developments. At this point Stage-1 openness will allow receipt of guidance.

In Cycle-2, the last three modes progressively enable mastery of real and imagined dangers: initially by seeing humour (μ5) in oneself and the situation, then by holding defensible positions (μ6), and finally by choosing a path (μ7) and adhering to it. These result in Stage-1 openness allowing you to see the realities.

Maximizing self-protection depends on your openness developing from simply noticing phenomena to seeing the relevant reality.

Drivers for the evolutionary progression through these modes appear to be: (a) wishes for an existence that feels safer, (b) need to handle your environment, (c) pressures from within and without, and (d) excessive or distorted use of the current mode.

Q7HK: Determinants of Self-protection in Existence

As usual, a Tree can be created from the Q-typology (equivalent to the essence of each of the 7 modes) and this provides for dynamics between the determinants of Self-protection.

The dynamic duality to be applied is social v personal.

The internal duality suggested is mastering helplessness v staying connected which seems to be about grounding shaping transcendence.

The psychosocial pressures are well-being as the underpinning force derived from the Experience-RL4 domain, and not shown in the diagram; and then selflessness based on the Q7 position; and finally well-being (from Transpersonal being-PH'4L7) and autonomy (from Sensory being-PH'4L1).

The requisite and self-interested Trees are shown below.

Q7sH & Q7sHK: Undetermined

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Originally posted: 30-Nov-2024.efu