The Mandala

Tap a petal. Sit with what's alive. Let it transmute.

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Shadow · Gift · Essence

Eleven emotional families circle a quiet centre. Each carries a Shadow (how it contracts us), a Gift (its conscious function), and an Essence (the quality it points to). Tap one to sit with it.

Joy / Pleasure
clingy excitement, hubris
↑ playfulness, gratitude
→ Bliss, unconditional love
Love / Bonding
clinging, obsession
↑ affection, care, intimacy
→ Wholeness, divine love
Pride / Recognition
arrogance, vanity
↑ confidence, dignity
→ Worthiness, radiance
Surprise / Uncertainty
shock, confusion
↑ curiosity, openness
→ Awe, reverence
Calm / Apathy
numbness, boredom
↑ serenity, equanimity
→ Peace, spaciousness
Sadness
grief, despair
↑ empathy, depth
→ Love, oneness
Shame / Guilt
embarrassment, remorse
↑ accountability
→ Innocence, freedom, self-acceptance
Envy / Jealousy
envy, possessiveness
↑ aspiration, appreciation
→ Inspiration, abundance
Fear
anxiety, dread
↑ awareness, courage
→ Trust, presence
Anger
irritation, rage
↑ clarity, boundaries
→ Fierce compassion, strength
Disgust / Aversion
contempt, loathing
↑ discernment, integrity
→ Truth, alignment

S-G-E model by Luis Miguel Gallardo · World Happiness Foundation

Light is the answer; awareness is the way.