IVISD Definitions

• The study of nature and the interaction of forces occurring beyond physical existence.
• Systems of principles underlying a particular subject.

• The application or use of knowledge or skills.
• Practice as distinguished from theory.

• The essence or vibration of mental and emotional function which stimulates, supports or hinders behavioral responses.
• A principle or concept that facilitates and supports the creation of individual reality.
• Channel through which Spirit connects with us.
• The control center of life.
• Element, part, substance or process that reasons, thinks, feels, wills, perceives or judges in response to experience and comparisons.
• Seat of perception through the physical senses.

• Intangible aspect of physical, mental, intellectual and emotional being.
• Metaphysical connection between Divine Mind/God and the individual.
• Individual connection to eternity because it cannot die or cease to be.
• The seat of the soul or individualized personality.
• Provides the imprinting factor within the being that becomes the personality or character.
• Foundation or impetus of every thought, feeling/emotion and action.
• Serves as the internal catalyst of thought.
• Provides transport for the energy of every thought and emotion throughout the cells and nerves within the body.

God-centered impulses

An energy pattern created by continual input of a particular idea. The impression or surface response to external stimuli.

A mental prototype supported and energized by emotional energy. The imprint created in response to a specific or particular experience and thought pattern.

external stimuli that generates a particular emotional and mental response.

internal translation of external stimuli based on knowledge, experience and emotional charge.

A physical and mental response pattern facilitated by external stimuli.

• To engage in thought, contemplation or reflection.
• To dwell mentally on anything.
• Realizing the reality of the Absolute.
• A steady effort of the mind to know God
• Man's spiritual approach to God

• The natural knowing capacity, inner knowing the immediate apprehension of spiritual Truth without resorting to intellectual means.
• The wisdom of the heart.