David R. Hawkins, a renowned psychiatrist, physician, spiritual teacher, and author, developed a comprehensive model for understanding human consciousness and emotions known as the “Map of Consciousness.” This map categorizes emotions and states of being on a logarithmic scale of 1 to 1000, with each level representing a specific vibrational frequency or energy. This scale is intended to represent the vibrational frequency or level of consciousness associated with each state.
Hawkins’ scale is logarithmic, meaning each level represents a tenfold increase in energy frequency. This is akin to the Richter scale for measuring earthquakes, which also uses a logarithmic scale to quantify the magnitude of seismic activity.
Is important to keep in mind this three things:
1- The lowest we vibrate, at cellular level its observed a state of pre-sickness ; while higher vibration, at cellular level its observed a state of pre-health
2- Our emotions has ELECTROMAGNETIC energy, meaning, we function as magnets, we attract situations or people with similar energies
3- ACCEPTANCE and GRATITUDE are the most powerful tools to change completely our life.
Low Vibrational States (Below 200)
Shame (20):
The lowest level, from a psychological perspective, shame is characterized by feelings of humiliation, worthlessness and inferiority, often leading to social withdrawal and depression. Individuals in this state often feel disconnected and hopeless. Neuroimaging studies have shown that shame activates areas of the brain involved in self-evaluation and negative affect, such as the prefrontal cortex and the amygdala.
Guilt (30):
Guilt involves self-blame, regret, remorse and self-recrimination, which can lead to chronic stress and anxiety. Chronic guilt can also affect the body’s stress response, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and other health issues.
and. This state can lead to destructive behaviors and chronic unhappiness.
Apathy (50):
Marked by feelings of hopelessness, despair and helplessness. Individuals in apathy feel powerless and often disengaged from life. Apathy is characterized by a lack of motivation and interest, often seen in conditions like depression. It is associated with dysfunction in the brain’s reward system, particularly in the mesolimbic pathway, which affects motivation and pleasure.
Grief (75):
Characterized by feelings of sadness, loss, and regret. Grief can be overwhelming and paralyzing. Grief involves intense sadness and mourning, activating the brain’s emotional processing centers, including the limbic system. Chronic grief can lead to prolonged stress and health problems, such as weakened immune function.
Fear (100):
Represents feelings of anxiety, apprehension, worry, and insecurity. Fear can limit one’s potential and create a sense of constant threat. Fear triggers the fight-or-flight response, activating the sympathetic nervous system. This response increases heart rate, blood pressure, and stress hormone levels (e.g., cortisol), which, if prolonged, can lead to various health issues.
Desire (125):
Associated with cravings, longing and wants, often leading to addiction and dissatisfaction. Desire drives people to seek external validation and fulfillment. Desire can create a state of chronic longing and dissatisfaction. Neurobiologically, desire activates the brain’s reward circuits, including the nucleus accumbens and the ventral tegmental area, but persistent unfulfilled desires can lead to addiction and mental health issues.
Anger (150):
Frustration, aggression and resentment. Anger can be destructive but also has the potential to motivate change. Anger is associated with the brain’s limbic system, particularly the amygdala. Chronic anger can lead to heightened stress responses and increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Pride (175):
Pride or hubris can lead to social conflicts and stress.
Associated with feelings of superiority, arrogance and denial. Pride can create a sense of separation and conflict with others.
Transitional Levels (200-500):
Courage (200):
The threshold to higher consciousness. Courage involves overcoming fear and taking proactive steps towards growth. Marks a shift to empowerment and proactivity. Is the willingness to face challenges. It activates the brain’s reward system and prefrontal cortex, promoting resilience and proactive behavior.
Neutrality (250):
Balanced and flexible. Individuals in this state feel secure and open-minded. Neutrality involves non-judgmental acceptance and emotional stability. It is associated with balanced activity in the prefrontal cortex, which regulates emotional responses.
Willingness (310):
Proactive and positive attitude. Reflects enthusiasm and openness. Readiness to engage in positive actions. Willingness involves taking responsibility and being open to change. It promotes dopamine release, enhancing motivation and a sense of well-being.
Acceptance (350):
Understanding and forgiveness. Leads to inner peace, emotional resilience and lower stress levels. It involves cognitive reappraisal processes regulated by the prefrontal cortex, promoting emotional balance.
Reason (400):
Marked by rationality, logic, and objective understanding. Individuals in this state seek knowledge and truth. Reason is logical thinking and understanding, engaging the brain’s higher cognitive functions in the prefrontal cortex and enhancing problem-solving abilities.
High Vibrational States (Above 500)
Love (500):
Characterized by unconditional love, compassion, and forgiveness. Love is a powerful force that heals and unites. Love is associated with oxytocin release, which promotes bonding, trust, and empathy. It activates brain regions involved in social cognition and positive affect, such as the anterior cingulate cortex.
Joy (540):
Associated with feelings of inner peace, gratitude, serenity, happiness and contentment. Joy transcends external circumstances and reflects a deep sense of well-being. Joy activates the brain’s reward system, increasing dopamine and endorphin levels, which contribute to a sense of euphoria and well-being.
Peace (600):
Represents inner calm, transcendence, a profound sense of inner tranquility and harmony. Peace involves a deep connection to the present moment and a transcendence of the ego. Linked to lower activity in the brain’s stress-related areas and higher activity in regions associated with mindfulness and relaxation, such as the prefrontal cortex and insula.
Enlightenment (700-1000):
The highest level of consciousness, characterized by a sense of oneness with all that is. Enlightenment involves a profound connection to the divine or universal consciousness and spiritual awareness. While difficult to measure scientifically, is associated with a profound sense of unity and transcendence of the self. It may involve altered states of consciousness and heightened activity in brain regions associated with spiritual experiences, such as the temporoparietal junction.
