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Star Journey: A Unique Model of the Mind
What is Star Journey?
Star Journey: A Unique Model of the Mind
Star Journey is a practical and approachable tool for self-development, based on the relationship between the self and its universe. At its core, the system is a metaphor for mankind’s inner abilities and mental framework. The Star Journey model has two main components: its Symbol Cards and Circle Pattern.
Star Journey is a practical and approachable tool for self-development, based on the relationship between the self and its universe. At its core, the system is a metaphor for mankind’s inner abilities and mental framework. The Star Journey model has two main components: its Symbol Cards and Circle Pattern.
Star Journey is a practical and approachable tool for self-development, based on the relationship between the self and its universe. At its core, the system is a metaphor for humankind’s inner abilities and mental framework. The Star Journey model has two main components: its Symbol Cards and Circle Pattern.
Star Journey: A Unique Model of the Mind
Star Journey’s Symbol Cards are its first component, which allow you to tap into your subconscious and reach inner awareness by interpreting archetypal symbols. The images on each card are recurrent images and themes in all of our lives.
Star Journey: A Unique Model of the Mind
Star Journey is a practical and approachable tool for self-development, based on the relationship between the self and its universe. At its core, the system is a metaphor for mankind’s inner abilities and mental framework. The Star Journey model has two main components: its Symbol Cards and Circle Pattern.
Star Journey is a practical and approachable tool for self-development, based on the relationship between the self and its universe. At its core, the system is a metaphor for humankind’s inner abilities and mental framework. The Star Journey model has two main components: its Symbol Cards and Circle Pattern.
The Symbol Cards
Star Journey: A Unique Model of the Mind
Star Journey’s Symbol Cards are its first component, which allow you to tap into your subconscious and reach inner awareness by interpreting archetypal symbols. The images on each card are recurrent images and themes in all of our lives.
Star Journey’s Symbol Cards are its first component, which allow you to tap into your subconscious and reach inner awareness by interpreting archetypal symbols. The images on each card are recurrent images and themes in all of our lives.
Star Journey is a practical and approachable tool for self-development, based on the relationship between the self and its universe. At its core, the system is a metaphor for humankind’s inner abilities and mental framework. The Star Journey model has two main components: its Symbol Cards and Circle Pattern.
Symbol Cards
Star Journey’s Symbol Cards are its first component, which allow you to tap into your subconscious and reach inner awareness by interpreting archetypal symbols. The images on each card are recurrent images and themes in all of our lives.
The way Star Journey allows you to reach this awareness is similar to how the famous Rorschach inkblot tests worked. Each inkblot could evoke different meanings and responses depending on the viewer. For instance, the example shown here from the actual Rorschach test can either be seen as two elephants, a clown’s face, or something altogether different.
In the same way, the archetypes on the Symbol Cards help us explore thoughts, associations, and feelings related to real life situations through our own unique perspectives.
A central layer of interpretation is found through each card’s image, as well as a related key phrase at the top referring to the theme it addresses, and additional key words below. Both the images and words help elicit deeper meaning of how the symbol is meaningful in your own life.
For example, consider the Block card:
The way Star Journey allows you to reach this awareness is similar to how the famous Rorschach inkblot tests worked. Each inkblot could evoke different meanings and responses depending on the viewer. For instance, the example shown here from the actual Rorschach test can either be seen as two elephants, a clown’s face, or something altogether different.
The way Star Journey allows you to reach this awareness is similar to how the famous Rorschach inkblot tests worked. Each inkblot could evoke different meanings and responses depending on the viewer. For instance, the example shown here from the actual Rorschach test can either be seen as two elephants, a clown’s face, or something altogether different.
Image: The imagery of the Block exists to evoke a response. A person can choose to see the Block as a problem, something blocking his way, or as a stepping stone, or something else entirely.
Key Phrase: This phrase sums up what the symbol is about. The Block indicates The Challenge of Obstacles – the focus of this card is simply how you deal with having something that crops up in your way.
Key Words: These key words represent different perspectives one can have of the meaning of the Symbol. For example the Block’s key words are Obstacle,
Pattern – Foundation, Building. You could see drawing this card to mean there is an obstacle in your way, or that there is a building block or true foundation in front of you to help you move forward.
Icon: Found below each card’s image is the colored icon that represents which Level of Consciousness the Symbol is part of.
Levels of Consciousness
Levels of Consciousness are another, less obvious layer of a card’s meaning, and what truly sets Star Journey apart from other card systems.
Just as chakras represent the energy centers of the body that start at the ground and continue upward toward the sky, the Seven Levels of Consciousness are layered within you, starting deep inside and moving outward.
In addition to a colored icon, every Level is represented by its border color as well.
Listed from the outermost, external human experiences to the innermost fulfillment, these Levels are:
Star: Archetypal energy
State: Physical condition
Star Cross: Self-expression
Gift: Inner abilities
Key: Challenges to realization
Gate: Attitudes and approaches
Sign: Types of fulfillment and satisfaction
As you’ll start to notice, the Level of Consciousness is also reflected in a card’s Key Phrase. The Block, for example, is part of the Key level – all cards at that level are Challenges that lead to Realization, with the Block being “The Challenge of Obstacles.”
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The Circle Pattern
This second component of the Star Journey model allows for the deepest interpretation of Star Journey Symbols. Connection is the driving force of this map, and interpreting these connections will enhance your understanding of the Symbols.
The geometric Circle Pattern represents the universal, 12-step Cycle of Growth. It also visually shows the Levels of Consciousness in rings of dotted colors, but goes well beyond that.
Every Symbol has a corresponding place on the map, indicated by a number at the top of each card. When charted and seen within the context of their position on the Circle, the connections between them can be seen, reflecting the relationship between different parts of ourselves.
For additional exploration of the Circle Pattern
In the same way, the archetypes on the Symbol Cards help us explore thoughts, associations, and feelings related to real life situations through our own unique perspectives.
A central layer of interpretation is found through each card’s image, as well as a related key phrase at the top referring to the theme it addresses, and additional key words below. Both the images and words help elicit deeper meaning of how the symbol is meaningful in your own life.
For example, consider the Wing card:
In the same way, the archetypes on the Symbol Cards help us explore thoughts, associations, and feelings related to real life situations through our own unique perspectives.
A central layer of interpretation is found through each card’s image, as well as a related key phrase at the top referring to the theme it addresses, and additional key words below. Both the images and words help elicit deeper meaning of how the symbol is meaningful in your own life.
For example, consider the Wing card:
Image: The imagery of the Wing exists to evoke a response. A person can choose to see the Wing as something uplifting, something freeing, or something else entirely.
Key Phrase: This phrase sums up what the symbol is about. The Wing indicates The Gift of Inspiration – the focus of the card having the ability to inspire or uplift – a positive quality that can be drawn upon when in need.
Key Words: These key words represent different perspectives one can have of the meaning of the Symbol. For example, the Wing’s key words are Inspiration and Liberation. You could see drawing this card to mean one has the ability to inspire and liberate – oneself and others.
Levels Icon: Found below the image on each card, these icons represent which Level of Consciousness the Symbol belongs to. The Wing, being a Gift symbol, aligns with inner ability – having the ability to elevate oneself and others.
Image: The imagery of the Wing exists to evoke a response. A person can choose to see the Wing as something uplifting, something freeing, or something else entirely.
Key Phrase: This phrase sums up what the symbol is about. The Wing indicates The Gift of Inspiration – the focus of the card having the ability to inspire or uplift – a positive quality that can be drawn upon when in need.
Key Words: These key words represent different perspectives one can have of the meaning of the Symbol. For example the Wing’s key words are Inspiration and Liberation. You could see drawing this card to mean one has the ability to inspire and liberate – oneself and others.
Levels Icon: Found below the image on each card, these icons represent which Level of Consciousness the Symbol belongs to. The Wing, being a Gift symbol, aligns with inner ability — having the ability to elevate one’s self and others.
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Levels of Consciousness
Just as chakras represent the energy centers of the body that start at the ground and continue upward toward the sky, the Seven Levels of Consciousness are layered within you, ranging from deep inside to out to the far reaches of the external world. And there are several key steps and stages in between.
In addition to a colored icon, every Level is represented by the card’s border color as well.
Listed from the outermost, external human experiences to the innermost fulfillment, these Levels are:
Stars: Archetypal energies around us
States: Physical conditions
Star Crosses: Self-expressions
Gifts: Inner abilities
Keys: Challenges leading to realization
Gates: Attitudes and approaches
Signs: Types of fulfillment and satisfaction
As you’ll start to notice, the Level of Consciousness is also reflected in a card’s Key Phrase. The Wing, for example, is part of the level of Gift symbols – all cards at that level are about innate, inner abilities, with the Wing being the Gift of “Inspiration and Liberation.”
The Circle Pattern
This second component of the Star Journey model allows for the deepest interpretation of Star Journey Symbols. Connection is the driving force of this map, and interpreting these connections will enhance your understanding of the Symbols.
The geometric Circle Pattern represents the universal, 12-step Cycle of Growth. It also visually shows the Levels of Consciousness in rings of dotted colors, but goes well beyond that.
Every Symbol has a corresponding place on the map, indicated by a number at the top of each card. When charted and seen within the context of their position on the Circle, the connections between symbol cards can be seen, reflecting the relationship between different parts of ourselves.
How it Works: Uncovering Your Own Star Journey
The Star Journey Symbol Card deck can be used in simple spread arrangements to help you explore any aspect of your life and view the underlying dynamics. This provides a unique way to make decisions, solve problems, and even explore relationships.
Interpretation can be self-styled, and can be explored in any manner that suits you.
You can also use the provided guided process. It gives you easy access to deep introspection in the here and now. And it helps you quickly uncover the pathways and positive outcomes you desire most. Using the Six Step Guided Process, you’ll learn that the answers you seek can be found innately within yourself, that the ability to discern true meaning lies within your own intuitive interpretation.
For additional exploration of the Circle Pattern,