March 28, 2008

The Ultimate Objective


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The ultimate objective of consciousness is to perceive itself as an observer solely in order to realize that it is merely an illusionary creation of the imagination, an idea symbolically generated for the purpose of experiencing self.

Consciousness is part and parcel of the universal creation story that has its origin within the human imagination. A common pattern culturally separated only by symbolic interpretation. These are symbolic explanations of the origins of Life made apparent by the imagination, as in the case of the natural patterns of the Tao as expressed by Lao Tzu in the Tao Te Ching.

When focused inwardly (yin) our imaginings become symbolically aware of an all- encompassing Oneness. When our attention and imagining is focused outward (yang) our consciousness severs itself from itself.





To know self, a state of duality has to be induced in order to separate the idea of Oneness from itself, therefore creating a reference in the relative form of an “observer”. Likened to a single cell that can reproduce itself into a complex organic form, Consciousness proliferates into other states of consciousness that appear separate, but are actually differentiations of the very Consciousness that imagined them.

Both consciousness and the relative forms created to observe and experience this consciousness, are merely imagined ideas made manifest in a virtual world. This is what design consciousness does. The process of an imagined idea made conscious both subjectively and objectively, is entirely a symbolic venture made possible by design.

Slowly consciousness along with its’ imaginative capabilities, begins to distance itself from itself by giving greater and greater precedence to the dualities symbolically expressed in what appears to be an “objective” world.

Both the internal and external worlds of consciousness are figments of a greater imagination, i.e. ideas that emerge from a Consciousness that cannot be known separately by the elements that embrace and are contained within it. These constructs that stem from the imagination exist in a virtual context, a virtual world that has the potential to be made manifest both at micro and macro levels of consciousness.

 “The things we see are the same things that are within us. There is no reality except the one contained within us. That is why so many people live such an unreal life. They take the images outside them for reality and never allow the world within to assert itself.”

Form, being, consciousness and therefore experience is illusionary simply because they are all virtual expressions of the self longing to experience itself through its own imaginings. Abstract as it may seem, the ultimate objective of consciousness is to be able to observe and experience itself as an expression of its own Oneness and with an understanding that all other knowledge is delusional. This too is our meaning, our purpose and our design.



Edited: 11.29.2013, 01.30.2014, 01.11.2017
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Cognition of An Awareness Present


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Since consciousness is ill defined there can be no rightful answer to what it is. However design, because of its symbolic nature, does give consciousness expression. Design remains the only substantive manifestation and measure that can be used to acknowledge and perceive the realization that there is cognition of awareness present when we observe the world and our place in it.

What is encouraging about the concept of consciousness is the realization that this Source appears to be never ending. There seems to be no limitation to its expression, whether we perceive it to be sentient or not. A final form or solution never seems to be found or retained because consciousness too must change.

Consciousness as a result, appears to be endless due solely to our inability to define or imagine it otherwise. It is also apparent that this unifying and sympathetic force goes far beyond the constraints of “human” consciousness and is expressed in all things in the universe great and small.

Consequently the concept of one idea or point of view being better than another naturally comes into question. One perspective may be considered more “appropriate” than another, but neither could ever be considered entirely objective.

“The things we see," Pistorius said softly, "are the same things that are within us. There is no reality except the one contained within us. That is why so many people live such an unreal life. They take the images outside them for reality and never allow the world within to assert itself. You can be happy that way. But once you know the other interpretation you no longer have the choice of following the crowd. Sinclair, the majority's path is an easy one, ours is difficult.”
For humanity there are no formulas for determining what may be right or wrong because there will always be an emotional element affecting the circumstance. This is an integral quality of humanity and its expression in relative form. This circumstance similarly affects the process of assessment where values and judgments will vary and consensus and conditioning affords the stability necessary to bring order to chaos.


Edited: 11.29.2013, 01.30.2014, 01.11.2017
Find your truth. Know your mind. Follow your heart. Love eternal will not be denied. Discernment is an integral part of self-mastery. You may share this post as long as author, copyright and URL http://designconsciousness.blogspot.com/ is included as the resource and shared on a non-commercial no charge basis. Please note … posts are continually being edited over time. Copyright © 2008 C.G. Garant. All Rights Reserved. Fair Use Notice. AI usage is prohibited.


Synergetic Synchronicity


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Design consciousness is both inclusive and exclusive. Consciousness is dynamic. Design makes consciousness relevant and self evident. Consciousness is multidimensional. There are a multitude of impressions both tangible and intangible that affect our awareness in time and space at any given moment. Consciousness is sympathetic to them all.

Sympathy is a type of attraction that can coalesce all forms of energy into a singularity. Consciousness attracts elements of like kind. Design brings into balance form and formlessness by means of signs, symbols, metaphor and analogy.

Because of natural diversity, i.e. modulation, typically associated with multidimensionality (quantum consciousness), every design appears unique. Patterns associated with discordant values outweigh the similarities they share with others, ex. matter/anti-matter. Pattern sharing supports the idea that Consciousness is sympathetic in nature and diversity describes a certain degree of discordance between elements of "like kind."


Design has an affinity for allowing change and customization in order to create the conditions necessary for balance and harmony. Differences are important and should, in certain circumstances, outweigh similarities when innovation and evolutionary progress remain the goal.

The position of observer brings forward  challenges that are loaded with consequences, most of which are unexpected. Many circumstances appear without resolution. An observer, however, steps within and away from the discord solely in order to better comprehend the entire circumstance, i.e. situation, picture within constraints.

Reductionism focuses on the parts, some of which are measurable, reactionary and unimaginative. Whereas the imagination observes and is more conducive towards rendering a more acceptable and holistic perspective. This position allows the observer to freely create, survey and participate in experiences beyond limits and constraints of space and time. 

Design brings balance to every circumstance by effectively creating what might be considered a synergetic opportunity made special for the most opportune, i.e. synchronistic, moment.

Observers are based in knowing and believing, which together create the relationship required for change. 

An observer's POV is based in knowing, understanding and feeling, a perceiver knowledge, emotions and opinion. 

An observer functions in the now and the future. A perceiver functions in the now and the past.

An observer focuses upon phenomenon that has no measure. A perceiver is overwhelmed with constraints.

A perceiver primarily looks outward. An observer primarily looks inward. Both share in the act of balancing.

A perceiver sees only the parts. An observer sees the relationships between them. 

Consciousness functions both as a perceiver and an observer. Design creates, references and reveals the patterns and relationships between them.

"Endowed with "minds" ... humans are uniquely able to survey successive experiences and detect reliable patterns, thereby discovering over time such subtle workings of Universe ...


Bernard D. Beitman M.D.    March 27, 2023   Reviewed by Lybi Ma

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Edited: 11.29.2013, 01.11.2017, 07.04.2019, 06.04.2020, 01.25.2023, 03.30.2023
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March 24, 2008

Leap of Faith


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Consciousness requires adjustment. There are no accepted definitions of consciousness, so it remains a mystery. In essence, the very context in which consciousness is viewed and/or perceived is constantly changing, making it difficult if not impossible, for consciousness to be defined or described even if self aware.

Any investigation into consciousness loses meaning due to the fact that no one has yet defined what is being looked for and if we don’t know what consciousness is, how would we ever know we found it? Facts precede knowing and knowing precedes understanding, consequently we could never know consciousness, yet we consistently fool ourselves in believing that we do. The concept of consciousness seems to orbit about a belief that is more of a leap of faith than anything else.

In comparison, design consciousness exemplifies the life learning process. Change brings with it an opportunity to expand in awareness by learning how to interpret and respond to the multitude of situations we encounter in life.

We cannot fully understand the concepts supporting design consciousness until we have discovered the symbolic traits common to our own awareness and our own realities. The symbols afford the clues while simultaneously creating a network that gives relative form to the synthesizing qualities of the Life experience, which is a force we describe as love.

Here again we enter the realm of subjectivity where everyone possesses a different perspective of the same situation. What one person perceives to be conscious and/or important will most assuredly contradict another. In reference to design consciousness, both are correct. The challenge, as always, is to bring balance by making connections to the unknown.

The creative process (design) is at the center of potential and probability (QFVPP). The creative process is your birthright. Focus brings knowledge, understanding and wisdom. Focus on design, which is always at the center of consciousness, flanked by awareness, appearances, potential and probability. 

Fear of the unknown is overcome through creativity (design); become more aware, therefore more conscious.  Always ask who, what, where, when, why and how. Synthesize your journey by following your path and knowing all is change.


Both the past and the future will
 be perceived and observe in the form of an event and/or experience.

Always be present in the moment because you are at the center of change.

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Faith and trust rest at the center of believing and knowing.

I propose that consciousness is a human conviction designed with meaning and purpose, i.e. a Reality made apparent by means of our thoughts, feelings, desires and imagination.

The above observations have been made concerning design and consciousness in reference to the works of Horst Rittel and Melvin Webber creators of the Issue-Based Information System (IBIS). 2008 Gert-Jan C. Lokhorst PhD, Delft University of Technology, Metapsychology online reviews, Copyright CenterSite, LLC, 1995-2008

(photo J. Vourlis)



Edited: 11.29.2013, 01.11.2017, 06.03.2020, 05.27.2023, 01.08.2024
Find your truth. Know your mind. Follow your heart. Love eternal will not be denied. Discernment is an integral part of self-mastery. You may share this post as long as author, copyright and URL https://designconsciousness.blogspot.com/ is included as the resource and shared on a non-commercial no charge basis. Please note … posts are continually being edited over time. Copyright © 2008 C.G. Garant. All Rights Reserved. (Fair use notice) AI usage is prohibited. You are also invited to visit https://designmetaphysics.blogspot.com/,   and https://sagariandesignnetwork.blogspot.com and https://www.pinterest.com


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