The diagram in the ashes had two epicenters; one he called…
““The diagram in the ashes had two epicenters; one he called “reason,” the other, “will.” “Reason” was interconnected directly with a point he called “talking.” Through “talking,” “reason” was indirectly connected to three other points, “feeling,” “dreaming,” and “seeing.” The other epicenter, “will,” was directly connected to “feeling,” “dreaming,” and “seeing”; but only indirectly to “reason” and “talking.” I remarked that the diagram was different from the one I had recorded years before. “The outer form is of no importance,” he said. “These points represent a human being and can be drawn in any way you want.” “Do they represent the body of a human being?” I asked. “Don’t call it the body” he said. “These are eight points on the fibers of a luminous being. A sorcerer says, as you can see in the diagram, that a human being is, first of all, will, because will is directly connected to three points, feeling, dreaming, and seeing; then next, a human being is reason. This is properly a center that is smaller than will; it is connected only with talking.” “What are the other two points, don Juan?” He looked at me and smiled.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The diagram illustrates how will dominates feeling, dreaming, and seeing, while reason is limited to talking and indirectly linked to those faculties.
In simple terms: Will is primary, reason secondary.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the power of will over thought.
Themes
will
reason
human nature
perception
spirituality
Mood
introspective
curious
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- mindfulness
- decision making
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your will influence your emotions?
- Can you balance will and reason?
A Different Perspective
Will may overlook rational analysis, leading to impulsive actions.