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The driver's seat is occupied by the dominant Vritti, the primary way we have learned to manage our needs. But there is a copilot as well, a secondary Vritti that supports the driver's decisions. And in the trunk, we may find a third Vritti, a passenger whose intense expression we have had to silence, relegated to the background.By understanding our own Vritti tendencies, as well as those of others, we gain profound insight into the complexity of human personality.The Vritti model is not merely a diagnostic tool, however. It also serves as a map for personal and collective growth. By observing our mental and motivational patterns, we can identify which strategies have served us well and which may be limiting our full potential. From this foundation, we can embark on a journey of transformation, unlocking new avenues of freedom and self-expression.
The Vritti Model: A Rich Tapestry of Nine Adaptive Strategies
The human experience is a complex interplay of our fundamental needs and the strategies we develop to navigate them. The Vritti model offers a profound lens through which to understand this dynamic.
At the core are three essential needs: security, satisfaction, and connection with others.
When a child perceives that one or more of these needs is not fully met, they unconsciously craft an adaptive strategy to cope. Over time, this strategy becomes an ingrained pattern, shaping the individual's perception of the world, their motivations, and behaviors.
Informed by neuroscience, the Vritti model describes nine distinct adaptive strategies, each reflecting a unique combination of these three needs. It's as if, upon entering the world, we take possession of a vehicle – our own unique personality – and must learn to drive it.
These nine Vrittis are inspired by the myriad attributes of the divine feminine, the Mother Goddess whose image we are said to bear. Each Vritti represents a rich tapestry of qualities, a distinct way of navigating the world.
NB: Vritti is a Sanskrit term that refers to where attention is drawn or what occupies the mind.
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