Leary's 8-Circuit Model of Consciousness

Leary's 8-Circuit Model of Consciousness suggests that human consciousness operates through eight interconnected "circuits" or levels, each representing different aspects of awareness and experience. These circuits range from basic survival instincts and physical sensations to advanced states like self-awareness, social bonding, and cosmic consciousness. As a person develops, they can activate higher circuits, leading to expanded perception, creativity, and spiritual understanding. The model views consciousness as a dynamic system with potential to evolve, emphasizing the interplay between biological, psychological, and transcendental dimensions of human experience.