The table shows the developmental path of the brain in parallel with the evolution of consciousness (thinking) and the Ego (Sense of Self). The remarkable link to this picture is that the development of the brain, ego and thinking is a mirror, a recapitulation of the evolution of the Human Being itself (Column 1).

This is one of the most stunning revelations of the well-researched bodies of data that encompasses human development across all disciplines including the sciences, biology, psychology, anthropology (including cultural) and philosophy. (After Wilber; Gebser; Loevinger; Graves; Steiner; Piaget; et al).

In optimal conditions, the brain grows through 7 stages as indicated in the table. The expression of that adult thinking is generally oriented from a particular stage. As examples, Rule-Role of the 4th, Rational-Logical of the 5th and Multi-perspectival of the 6th. Using this as a map, new ways can be constructed for personal development strategies to achieve goals, organizing groups of people into healthy working teams or to construct performance measures that fit with that stage of development. This is because, using correct strategies, it is possible to evolve a person to their ‘next level (stage)’ of thinking. This is due to Neuroplasticity, the the ability of the brain to adapt and rewire as it learns and demands placed on it.

This is potential that each of us possess.