Spiral Dynamics

Spiral Dynamics gives an insight to motivation

Why do we do things in a particular way? Knowledge of Spiral Dynamics helps to get a grip on the multifaceted needs of individuals, teams, and organizations.

Prof. Clare W. Graves, Dr. Don Beck and Christopher Cowan identified and visualized eight different underlying value systems that can strongly influence our worldview, thought processes, feelings, actions and rejections. The model is applied worldwide, through the website www.spiraldynamicsintegral.nl (developed by Synnervate), for example. Learning to apply Spiral Dynamics helps you to get a grip on the multifaceted needs of individuals, teams and organizations. In the Netherlands, we are the only accredited trainer for Spiral Dynamics training at all levels.

Spiral Dynamics: eight value systems

Turquoise: holism, cosmic consciousness, and synthesis

The turquoise value system symbolizes the human being who thinks, feels and acts from a holistic perspective. The typical characteristics here are cosmic consciousness and spiritual intelligence.

Yellow: integral, synergistic, and systemic

The yellow value system symbolizes the person who thinks systemically and acts from beyond the ego. Typical characteristics in this area are the making of integral connections and a wish to serve a greater entirety, with solutions for contemporary problems.

Green: sense of community, feelings, and harmony

The green value system symbolizes the person who strives for harmony and is open to the feelings and opinions of others. Typical characteristics are the acceptance of differences and empathy.

Orange: self-development, rationality, and results /successes

The orange value system symbolizes the human being who strives for autonomy and progress. Typical characteristics are wanting to be successful while enjoying the good life.

Blue: stability, order, and morality

The blue value system symbolizes the person who is loyal and has a strong sense of justice. Typical characteristics of the blue system are discipline, structure and transparency.

Red: willpower, power, and passion

The red value system symbolizes the person who is decisive and able to achieve much. Typical characteristics here are respect, passion and courage.

Purple: kinship, safety, and security

The purple value system symbolizes the human being who is searching for connection and safety in a mysterious world. Typical characteristics are togetherness, safety, and security.

Beige: survival and the principal necessities of life

The beige value system symbolizes the human being who is busy surviving at both a basic and instinctive level. Typical characteristics are caring for the self and the providing for one’s own needs.

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