The model of the awareness sphere
We can use the model of a bright lamp to represent our level of awareness or level of higher consciousness: Our body represents the lamp which is lit ever more brightly as our awareness increases (higher consciousness). The brightness of our awareness lights up our surroundings so that we can see and hence perceive additional aspects of ourselves and our surroundings.
The model of the awareness sphere is extremely appropriate for discussing some of the characteristics of our personal development or spiritual growth: