Ancient cosmology is the story of continuous creation and evolution. Yet, in truth, nothing has been created because consciousness was there before creation. Science was not invented to provide synthesis and meaning to explain consciousness. By its nature, science is a competitive culture of vested interests, conflicts, and politics. How can such an ego-driven establishment answer the world's need for unity?

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Ancient cosmology is the story of continuous creation and evolution. Yet, in truth, nothing has been created because consciousness was there before creation. Science was not invented to provide synthesis and meaning to explain consciousness. By its nature, science is a competitive culture of vested interests, conflicts, and politics. How can such an ego-driven establishment answer the world's need for unity?

Two main schools of thought have emerged to offer a solution to the present spiritual crisis. The fundamentalists claim to be able to make a scientific case for creationism, but "scientific creationism" is an oxymoron. Creation is inherently a religious dogma, without scientific evidence. This does not mean that science and religion are incompatible, because science does not ask whether the universe or mankind has a purpose. Rational people needn't worry that scientific knowledge conflicts with religious belief.

Contrasting fundamentalism is Monism, the metaphysical and theological view that all is one, that there are no fundamental divisions, and that a unified set of laws underlie all of nature. The idea that the universe is designed by an intelligent force is not new. Understanding that you are connected to the cosmos is inspiring. Why? Because you emit energy that affects Earth's vibration. Earth relays this energy to the sun; the sun relays it to Galactic Center, where it goes out to celestial bodies and vice versa. Monism makes you realize that we are connected to everything in the universe, some say a Multiverse.

Between the two extremes of Monism and fundamentalism there is a school of thought that, rather than deny consciousness or state that the universe is only consciousness, seeks to bring the two philosophies together. Scientist like Alwyn Scott concede that consciousness cannot be analyzed in the same way as a hydrogen atom, for consciousness is an awesome multifaceted miracle. It is so complex that it cannot be reduced to some fundamental theory or to one simple biological or chemical operation.

Is physics the best choice for understanding the individual mind, religion, behavior, culture, and human experience? Another alternative would be to create a Global Institution to study various human interests, including: history, comparative religion, physics, sociology, psychology, business, life sciences, cultural studies, spirituality, philosophy, education, cosmology, art, ecology, creativity, mythology, mysticism, and music- culminating into the field of study which Bernard Starr, Ph.D., founder, author and editor of a number of publications and books on psychology, aging and spirituality, has termed Omni-Conscience.

Such an "institution" would ideally integrate areas of human interest both past and present. The study of consciousness would impartially offer what tools each critical arena has to offer, and how to use and apply them usefully. The challenge facing physics is whether or not science will let go of its suppression of a world devoid of meaning for centuries. The study of consciousness is long overdue and should be the most practical alternative to the current scientific model. At this stage of our evolution an integrative study of consciousness may prove to be the only solution to the increasing complexity of our survival.

Authors Bio:
Hugh Colmer is a Mythbuster. He discovered his own path after experiencing many other paths. During Hughâ??s examination of myth and religion, he realized that the Red Cross and the Circle symbolized the â??Cup of the Bloodâ?, the Holy Grail, the ultimate, feminine symbol. The Crosscircle Group has published, â??The Galactic Superwave Tarotâ?, â??Itâ??s a Pagan Worldâ?, â?? Keys to the Science of the Soulâ?, â??Dragon Lore Decodedâ?, The Ultimate Multiverse Tarot and â??The Gods were Dinosaursâ?. Hugh is a conditioned mindâ??s biggest nightmare. His cynicism toward so called spiritual teachings is backed by wisdom; his critique by pure-knowledge; and he knows there is no such thing as absolute truth. If there is an attachment to any idea; even if that â??ideaâ? is Astrology, the Tarot, Buddhism, Krishna, Siva, Vishnu or Yahweh, Hugh is sure to throw a spoke in the wheel. He escaped the God trap when he realized that God was created out of fear.

At present, Hugh is Partner/Director of The Crosscircle Group which holds seminars on art and myth based on his books, When asked what it is he loves about art and the Tarot, Hugh replies, â??It reflects the cosmos and our place in it and allows me to express myself in a wide range of mixed media. Borrowed imagery from archaic icons from ancient manuscripts, classical, religious and & mythical art has become the focus of his compositions. In discussing his work, Hugh says; â??all my art is in some way about other art, whether impressionistic, realistic or abstract. Hughâ??s impressionistic abstractions are deeply personal statements that seek to provide a transcendental experience; he describes his work as a simple expression of complex thought. He was drawn to remove these divine icons from their conventional context and place them in ever expanding realms of abstraction, bringing humanity and the cosmos into a closer relationship. Hugh now lives with his wife, Carol, in the Northern Catskills at their Windham Retreat Center which focuses on the Arts of the Sacred.