Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health
Dianetics (from Greek dia, meaning "through," and nous, meaning "mind or soul") is a methodology which can help alleviate unwanted sensations and emotions, irrational fears and psychosomatic illnesses.
Written by L. Ron Hubbard and first published in 1950, Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health became an instant bestseller and has remained so for over seven decades. It is the most widely read and influential book ever written about the human mind.
"The hidden source of all psychosomatic ills and human aberration has been discovered and skills have been developed for their invariable cure."
— L. Ron Hubbard, Dianetics
The Reactive Mind
Dianetics reveals the source of irrational behavior, unreasonable fears, upsets, and insecurities: the reactive mind.
The reactive mind is a hidden part of your mind that stores all painful experiences. These stored experiences, called engrams, can be reactivated later in life, causing unwanted emotions and irrational behavior without your conscious awareness.
Unlike the analytical mind (your conscious, rational mind), the reactive mind works on a stimulus-response basis. When something in your present environment resembles something from a past painful experience, the reactive mind can cause you to react irrationally—even though the original danger is long past.
Analytical Mind
Your conscious, aware mind. Thinks, observes, remembers, and solves problems. Works with perceptions, past experience, and education.
Reactive Mind
Hidden, unconscious mind. Stores painful experiences (engrams). Causes irrational fears, unwanted emotions, and psychosomatic illnesses.
What Dianetics Can Do For You
Dianetics provides the means to locate and address the reactive mind, freeing you from its harmful effects. Through Dianetics, you can:
- Eliminate unwanted emotions and sensations
Free yourself from irrational fears, anxiety, depression, and unwanted feelings that hold you back.
- Overcome psychosomatic illnesses
Address the mental source of physical ailments caused by the reactive mind.
- Increase your intelligence and ability
Free up mental energy previously consumed by the reactive mind.
- Improve your relationships
Understand the source of conflicts and irrational reactions in your relationships.
- Achieve lasting happiness
Experience life free from the hidden influence of past painful experiences.
The State of Clear
The goal of Dianetics auditing is to achieve the state of Clear
A Clear is a person who no longer has his own reactive mind. A Clear has no engrams which, when restimulated, throw out the correctness of his computations by entering hidden and false data.
Clears are rational. They get the most out of their education and experience. They are vigorous and persistent. They enjoy life. They are healthy, happy, and fully in control of themselves.
Mental Clarity
Full use of your analytical mind without interference from the reactive mind
Emotional Stability
Freedom from irrational fears, unwanted emotions, and psychosomatic illness
Full Potential
Maximum use of your abilities and intelligence in all areas of life
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an engram?
An engram is a recording of a moment of physical pain and unconsciousness. It contains all perceptions present during that moment. When something in the present environment resembles the engram, it can be restimulated, causing irrational behavior and unwanted emotions.
How does Dianetics auditing work?
Dianetics auditing uses precise procedures to help you locate and address engrams in your reactive mind. A trained auditor guides you through the process. As engrams are addressed, their harmful effects are eliminated, and you move toward the state of Clear.
Is Dianetics the same as Scientology?
Dianetics addresses the mind and is the foundation of Scientology. Scientology extends beyond Dianetics to address the spirit and man's relationship to the universe. Many people start with Dianetics and then continue with Scientology for further spiritual advancement.
How long does it take to become Clear?
The time varies for each person depending on their individual case. Some achieve Clear relatively quickly, while others may take longer. What matters is that the state of Clear is achievable and the results are permanent.