Changes of Mind: A Holonomic Theory of the Evolution of Consciousness - Pages 107-127

Jenny Wade

Language: English

Publisher: SUNY Press

Published: Dec 31, 1995

Description:

An original theory of the development of consciousness that brings together research from neurology, new-paradigm studies, psychology, and mysticism.

Review

“In this stunningly original book, Dr. Wade presents a theory of development that begins before birth and ends after death. She extends the boundaries of development in a way that leads us to rethink the nature of consciousness and the relation of consciousness to the brain. Dr. Wade draws on a wide range of sources from the fields of developmental psychology, brain research, new-paradigm studies, and mysticism. She brings these sources together in a synthesis that will make an important contribution to consciousness studies and to transpersonal psychology.” ― Michael Washburn, author of The Ego and the Dynamic Ground and Transpersonal Psychology in Psychoanalytic Perspective

“The author brings together a large body of diverse research and draws on various disciplines―neurology, psychology, psychiatry―as well as the esoteric and spiritual traditions. She develops a unique synthesis in formulating her stages of development. Hers is one of the few truly life-span theories. Although dealing with complex material, she writes clearly and convincingly. This is a tour de force construction of an exciting theory that should be discussed and debated for years to come.” ― L. Eugene Thomas, University of Connecticut, Storrs

From the Back Cover

this book represents a major leap forward in psychological theory and a groundbreaking approach to human perception and being in the world.

About the Author

Jenny Wade is a lecturer, teacher, and researcher specializing in noetics and developmental psychology who holds a Ph.D. in Human Development from the Fielding Institute. A self-employed management consultant, her theory and consulting practice are the result of extensive research and over twenty years’ experience working with Fortune 500 companies, multinationals, and smaller businesses in a wide range of industries around the world.