Based on an ancient Vedic model of Integral consciousness, Human Becoming interweaves theory with subjective experiences and explains how to understand your behaviours, take control of your well-being, and contribute more consciously to your life. From ancient philosophy to new science, from an inner longing for wholeness to reflective practices that build health - this book aims at creating dynamic, wise, and holistic futures starting with the self and soul, and extending this inner work to our beautiful planet. From the Introduction: Centered on activating soul-centered consciousness-a consciousness that, from a multidimensional perspective, is situated deep in the energy of the heart-Integral yoga has a vast literature... This text addresses an area that has been less well developed, bringing the teachings forward in conjunction with pragmatic wellness practices that are congruent today and are aimed at the development of self and soul and the process of human becoming. "To me personally, healing and learning go hand-in-hand as a sadhana of life, and the sadhana or practice of soul links inexorably with tapasya-the work of healing and learning and growing and evolving toward the noetic human, the next step in the human evolutionary process." Ruth Lamb, Ph.D Part One: YOGA OF SELF AND SOUL outlines a set of basic teachings that sustain the yoga of self and soul from the work of Sri Aurobindo, the Mother, and other scholars of this tradition. Each chapter builds sophistication, taking us to the core of the Integral yoga teachings, and pragmatically personalizes the process by providing focused Integral Reflection questions or exercises and experiences designed as practices. Part Two: INTEGRAL DIMENSIONS OF CONSCIOUSNESS examines consciousness, presence, and awareness from a multilayered integral view. We ask: What are we truly, behind all appearances? How do Consciousness, Light, Force, Energy, and Information configure within the human condition? A modern convergence of Western science and Eastern spirituality presents ideas on reality and its dimensions that are well supported in Integral yoga. These ideas, explored through yogic theory and practices, include developing a multilayered awareness of body consciousness that includes self-inquiry, heart-work, silence, sacred dialogue, and the renewal of faith. Doors open to understanding, integration, and action. Part Three: HUMAN BECOMING continues to integrate new Western science concepts with Integral yoga, overlaying processes for becoming that elicit and nurture the heart of the individual, the community, and the globe. The Path of Return from sadhana to soul is outlined with some of the main tenets reiterated. These are linked to ideas of rebirth and karma in ways that revisit human becoming and encourage individuals to light the flame of inquiry. Praise for Dr.Lamb's courses based on this book: - Loved it, absolutely amazing, in awe of this course material. - Excellent practices and information so I can better assist others in their healing. - This evolving program enhances my life journey; the deep inner connections are transformative. - Exceptional integration of experiential components and cognitive theory. - A unique pioneering transformational education experience. - Extremely beneficial for self-awareness and great tools to use in professional practice. - Exceptional program, provocative and powerful. - Profound teachings; wonderful learning; personally life changing. - Great for understanding how and why people behave the way they do; I can now assist my clients in new ways.