The 7 Paradigms of Reality
Paradigms of reality give us different perspectives and perceptions of exactly the same phenomenon, where the word paradigm means 'to show' or 'pattern'. Each paradigm is the way we create our lives, and it describes human programming with thoughts, beliefs, emotions, language and our inner world. The collective paradigm is a shared set of understandings, concepts, interpretations and beliefs shared by a large societal group. It provides us with a coherent way of thinking about the world and experiences. An example of a paradigm is when the majority of people on Earth accept the view that the Earth's cosmology is a flat disk with upturned edges.
The paradigms we live and govern from create our reality. Being aware of our inner domain gives us an understanding of why our lives evolve the way they do. The biggest change between each of the five paradigms is the level of vibration and frequency. In the first paradigm there is less energy flowing through us, while in the fifth paradigm our being is filled with high frequency vibration and lots of light. When we bring more light into any situation, reality will change for us, where we see the experience with completely new eyes and from a more holistic perspective.
"What makes a reality a reality is that we believe in it, we create it and have it as part of our consciousness. Through consciousness we create our life experiences and manifest our reality. When enough people believe in something, we say it's a reality because that's what we see in the world. What we're actually doing is creating what we believe in and then saying it's a reality. It's a reality because we have created it ourselves. We create echo chambers of realities where information, ideas or perceptions are reinforced through repeated communication and repetition within a limited group or tradition."
Ann-Peggy 💛 Divine.
The SEVEN Paradigms of reality are;
Paradigm 1: Fight-or-flight survival
At this level, existence is governed by basic instincts such as fear of loss, abandonment and the constant struggle to survive. Life is experienced through a narrow perspective of survival - a struggle for safety, food, shelter and protection from external threats.
In this paradigm, people live according to inherited social constructs, often shaped by unconscious programming from early childhood and the society around them. The external world, with its rules, hierarchies and pressures, controls how we act. We follow strict norms-whether they are in the form of societal expectations, scientific evidence or legal structures-because they seem to provide security. Our language is limited to words-labels, boxes and diagnoses as we relate to pressure and coercion, where we have to get the job done and almost act like robots and machines. We are persuaded to a certain way of thinking, where we follow the hierarchy structure with abuse of power and powerlessness.
Living in this paradigm means reacting from emotional scripts engraved in the subconscious, which keeps us huddled, as victims of life's circumstances. We become slaves to the flow of information and our creativity is limited by external demands. Relationships and success are measured by material goods, and threats to these are perceived as "evil". There is little freedom here, only a deep-rooted fear of failure or loss. We hope to survive, clinging to small pleasures like family and community, but often remain disconnected from a greater sense of meaning.
When we begin to question this strict structure and its limitations, we move on to the next paradigm.
Paradigm 2: Emerging consciousness and empathy
In this phase, we begin to open up beyond mere survival. Empathy, emotional responsibility and personal growth come into focus. There is a shift from reacting solely to fear-based patterns to becoming more aware of both our own feelings and those of others.
We become aware of our deeper spiritual nature and begin to question the societal norms and external hierarchies that previously governed our lives. The heart begins to soften and we gain a broader, more compassionate view of life. Many people, especially empaths, live primarily in this paradigm, where their connection to the invisible emotional world is stronger.
Personal growth and self-awareness become more important, and we begin to realize that life is not just about external success, but about emotional healing and inner peace. We begin to see ourselves more clearly and challenge the limitations of the first paradigm. This awakening opens us up to new possibilities and leads us to a space where the ego begins to retreat, allowing genuine connections with others and with our own inner self.
Paradigm 3: Holistic vision and inner power
Here we experience a shift towards inner genius, creativity and deeper self-awareness. We begin to live from a more holistic perspective, seeing possibilities beyond society's limitations and entering a life filled with purpose and meaning. The boundaries between the self and others, or between our inner and outer worlds, become more fluid.
Our sense of self is no longer dependent on the physical world or external affirmations. Instead, we find fulfillment in inner peace, creativity and intuitive understanding. This paradigm allows for a more visionary approach, where we can transcend the traditional measures of success and see the world through a broader, more compassionate lens.
However, we also see the imbalances and health problems that arise from the lower paradigms (1-3), where humanity is still tied to outdated medical models, reactive behavior patterns and copying old truths. By seeing the bigger picture, we can begin to break out of the limitations of merely repeating the opinions and truths of others, and instead move towards a state of creation and transformation.
"The more holistic we become, the more we see that the reality of capital R is nothing more than different concepts of the same deepest truth."
Ann-Peggy 💛 Divine.
Paradigm 4: Move with the universe
At this stage, we begin to completely transcend the limitations of the physical world. Life becomes a continuous process of transformation, governed by resonance, movement and energy. We operate in a fluid state, deeply connected to both the universe and our higher self.
Our focus shifts to creating from within, manifesting not through effort but through alignment with universal energy. The concept of personal achievement begins to dissolve, replaced by a sense of co-creation with the greater forces around us. This paradigm leads us to live more expansively and less reactively.
In this realm, we begin to merge the non-physical with the physical, understanding that the outer world is a projection of our inner state. By maintaining this fluid connection, we gain the ability to move beyond emotional reactions and engage with life in a dynamic and expansive way.
Paradigm 5: Quantum Creation
In this paradigm, we are no longer simply reactive to the world or striving for success. Instead, we become conscious creators of our own reality, understanding that everything we want already exists in potential form. We connect to the interconnected field of all consciousness, working with the energy of the universe to manifest our desires.
At this level, we operate as both creator and creation. We are aware of the infinite possibilities available to us and use this knowledge to shape our reality. The boundaries between the self and the universe dissolve and we realize that we are both co-creators of life and the source of power, working in harmony with divine forces. We transcend time and space, living in a state of constant superfluidity, where every action is filled with purpose and aligned with universal energy.
Paradigm 6: Visionary service and universal love
Here, life becomes a service to the greater good, informed by a sense of sacredness and enlightened consciousness. The individual ego dissolves as we realize our deep connection to the divine and to all creation. Life is experienced as an expression of universal love and compassion.
In this paradigm, good and evil are no longer seen as opposites, but as different expressions of the same cosmic power. We are at the center of a vast system of intelligence and power flowing from the divine source, and our role is to serve, love and contribute to the well-being of all. Life becomes a path of devotion and awe, where we no longer feel separate from God or the universe. We are almost completely united with the divine, living in a state of total harmony and compassion.
Paradigm 7: Unity and transcendence
In the last paradigm, we move beyond duality completely. Good and evil, success and failure, material and spiritual, all dissolve into a unified whole. Life is no longer about individual goals or personal achievements, but about experiencing the unity of all creation.
We are fully aware of our divine nature and live in a state of oneness with the source of everything. There is no longer any separation between self and God, between the inner and the outer, or between the physical and the spiritual. We exist as a pure state of being, beyond the temptations and limitations of the material world. This is the ultimate state of consciousness, where all opposites are reconciled and life is experienced as a seamless flow of divine energy.
In this video made in 2023, Ann-Peggy talks about 5 paradigms of consciousness. There are several versions of reality paradigms where some refer to 4, 5, 6, 7 and more paradigms. Depending on where we put the distinction in the understanding of paradigm - the shift of level will be. From 2024, Ann-Peggy has chosen to refer to the seven paradigms of reality, which are more aligned with Depak Chopra's definition of reality paradigms and levels of consciousness.