Integral Yoga Transformation Sequence

Integral Yoga, as taught by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother, involves a progressive transformation of the human being to embody a higher divine consciousness. This transformation affects various planes of existence.

Understanding Transformation Planes

The process involves transforming different aspects of our being, moving from the more apparent to the deeper layers:

• C. Mind: This is often the starting point, involving the purification and illumination of thought processes and consciousness.
• D. Vital: Following the mind, the vital being (emotions, desires, impulses) is addressed, requiring purification and control.
• A. Physical: The transformation extends to the physical body, preparing it as an instrument for the higher consciousness.
• B. Subconscient: This deeper layer, holding ingrained habits and impressions, is worked upon after the initial conscious layers.
• E. Inconscient: The deepest level, associated with inertia and the material nature, represents the final frontier of transformation.

Transformation Order Rationale

The sequence of transformation generally follows a logical progression:

1. Mind (C): Establishing clarity and control over the mind is crucial for further progress.
2. Vital (D): Once the mind is more settled, the dynamic vital nature can be effectively purified.
3. Physical (A): The physical form is then transformed to withstand and manifest the changes.
4. Subconscient (B): Addressing the subconscious helps eliminate deeper, hidden obstacles.
5. Inconscient (E): The transformation of the inconscient represents the ultimate conquest over inertia and ignorance in the material basis of being.

Therefore, the correct sequence is Mind, Vital, Physical, Subconscient, Inconscient.