This book develops a psychonoetic theory which prioritizes the soul and good mental health within spiritual development.
Lee Irwin introduces a new theory of psychonoetic development, or "soul knowledge," based in direct personal experience, good mental health, and the cultivation of positive virtues. This form of spiritual development reframes the embodied soul as a working concept that each person must seek to define through dialogue, self-analysis, and interpersonal relations. Irwin's approach is therapeutic and based in the exploration of core value, concepts of the sacred, direct personal experience, and social relationships which support personal growth and the cultivation of the good mind, good heart, and lived values.
Irwin's psychonoetic theory purposefully accommodates any religious, agnostic, or atheistic orientation which fosters personal growth and inner development. In this sense, this book offers a post-traditional framework for soul development open to a wide variety of worldviews and possible alternative metaphysical perspectives. Through this broad focus, psychonoetic theory integrates an awareness of paranormal perceptions and afterlife possibilities, altered states of consciousness, mystical encounters, and transformative spiritual experiences. At its core, Irwin's approach uplifts psychonoetic theory which supports the value and import of transpersonal encounters as part of spiritual life distinct from any religious orientation, prioritizing the importance of cultivating good mental health, positive psychology, and openness to dreams and spiritual intuitions.
