Published in Psychological Studies, January 2005, Vol

The traditional classification of the four states of consciousness waking stae, dream state, sleep state and transcendence state is combined through quantum states of mind ordinary perception, extra sensory perception and extra-ordinary perception to create a 12 state consciousness perception matrix. The paper elaborates on the concept and nature of the three quantum states of mind, their correspondence to the body, mind and spirit and considers the relation of extra-ordinary perception to cosmic consciousness. In Indian thought and Indian psycho-philosophy, four levels of consciousness have been well defined. These are: 1) Waking State 2) Dream State 3) Deep sleep State 4) Turiya, Transcendence or Transcendental State The inter-connectivity between these four states of consciousness is through "GOD Generation, Operation & Dissolution" cycles. These GOD cycles operate like the relay race. Waking state consciousness hands over its cycle to the dream state, which in turn hands it over to deep sleep state. In the reverse race, deep sleep state hands over its GOD cycle to dream state which in turn hands it over to waking state. The turiya state GOD cycle could be achieved through a quantum jump from waking state or through the dream state and deep sleep steps. Thus transition to turiya state could also be considered a step-by-step process. Individuals who master this step-by-step process can achieve the turiya state with ease and can also return to waking state with ease. In essence, they control the "GOD" cycles of consciousness. Indian psycho-philosophy suggests that the four states of consciousness are within the realm of human experiences. In fact, many 'scientific insights' have originated from dream state of consciousness. Subsequently the insights were scientifically tested. Examples from scientific field include discovery of periodic table, benzene structure, double helix structure of genes etc. At transcendence level, the circle of consciousness expands and its radius could even become infinite. Commonly used phrases such as 'one is on the ninth cloud', 'seventh heaven', 'out of world experience', etc., are pointers towards such experiences. Maslow's concept of peak experience could be closer to the same. In fact, transcendence is even beyond Maslow's concept of peak experiences. It represents the 'super peak experiences' closer to nirvana point. • This is a revised and extended version of the paper presented at the National Conference on "Indian Psychology, Yoga and Consciousness" organized by Sri Aurobindo International Centre of Education, December 10-13, 2004, Pondicherry, India. Published in Psychological Studies, January 2005, Vol.50, No.1, pp.9-15 We can identify three quantum states of mind viz. the state of Ordinary Perception (OP), state of Extra-Sensory Perception (ESP) and the state of Extra-Ordinary Perception (EOP). Considerable academic literature exists with respect to OP and ESP, though many still doubt the idea of EOP, because EOP experiences may not be testable within the framework of scientific paradigms and scientific testing. If we consider Extra-Sensory Perception as Extended-Sensory Perception, it is possible for us to have a rational explanation of ESP. Eagle can see far off. Whales can hear the whistle, from long distances. There are many such examples from nature. However, human being's capacities to see, to hear, to smell etc. are relatively limited in contrast to many other creatures. Can human beings extend such capacities? Of course, there is a technological answer to this question. Through technology, a person can extend his / her sensory power and thus achieve a state of extended sensory perception. Can he or she also extend his or her sensory power without the help of technology? The answer to this question is also in the positive. By altering the quantum state of mind through meditation and similar yogic techniques, a person can extend the sensory powers. Thus, Extra-Sensory Perception (ESP) could be brought within the realm of science, through a rational explanation for ESP experiences. It may be indicated that there can be a quantum state of mind that is even beyond the ESP. This state of mind could be referred to as Extra-Ordinary Perception (EOP), which is the root source of the creativity in human beings. When artists, scientists, mystic touch EOP state of mind, there is a gush of creativity just like the descent of Ganga from its point of origin. Krishna's 'viswaroop darshan' is an illustration of EOP state. It is a state wherein an individual experiences the cosmic connectivity and finds himself or herself in the Realm of Infinity (ROI). Take the case of a financial advisor, a knowledge manager and a creative person. Quantum state of financial advisor's mind is Return On Investment (ROI) and quantum state of a knowledge manager's mind is Return On Ideas (ROI), and the quantum state of a creative person's mind is, Realm of Infinity (ROI). This metaphor of the three interpretations of ROI, brings out the difference in three views, perspectives and mindsets in consonance with 'BMS' (Body Mind Spirit) model of human beings reflecting physical, mental and spiritual levels of consciousness. These three interpretations of ROI also correspond to three quantum states of mind viz. OP, ESP and EOP. Consciousness Perception (CP) Matrix When we juxtapose the four levels of consciousness viz. waking state, dream state, deep sleep and turiya with three quantum states of mind viz. Ordinary Perception, Extra-Sensory Perception and Extra-Ordinary Perception, we get a 4 x 3 'Consciousness-Perception' (CP) matrix as presented in Fig.1. Published in Psychological Studies, January 2005, Vol.50, No.1, pp.9-15 Quantum State of Mind Ordinary Perception (OP) Extra-Sensory Perception (ESP) Extra-Ordinary Perception (EOP) Extended transcendental consciousness (Etc) experiences Transcendence State IV (VIII) I am divine, You are divine (XII)