What is autogenic training?

Autogenic training is a scientifically developed method of mental self-regulation based on muscle relaxation, calm breathing, concentration, and the use of verbal instructions.

In the New Psychology DREVO it is considered as one of the forms of meditative practice.

Its task is to help a person independently regulate their condition without external influence.

How does meditation affect a person?

Regular practice helps:

reducing the level of internal stress;
improving concentration;
development of emotional stability;
faster recovery from stress;
better awareness of one's own thoughts and feelings;
strengthening self-control.

These effects are confirmed by many psychological and neurophysiological studies, although the severity of the results depends on the individual and the regularity of practice.

Meditation and the Ten Levels of Man

Body

Muscle tension is reduced.
Breathing slows down.
The body goes into recovery mode.

Subconscious

It becomes possible to more calmly observe automatic reactions and habits.

Psyche

Emotions become more stable.

A person more easily notices his state before it begins to control his behavior.

Consciousness

The ability to hold attention develops.

Thoughts become clearer.

Will

Each return of attention to the chosen object trains the ability to control oneself.

Meditation becomes an exercise in willpower.

Soul

More inner silence appears.

It becomes easier for a person to hear their deepest values and motives.

Spirit

Practice helps us remember the main direction of life and not get lost in the daily hustle and bustle.

DREVO Meditation Practice

Duration:
10–20 minutes daily.
Subsequence:

Sit comfortably.
Straighten your back.
Take a few calm breaths in and out.
Relax the muscles of your face, shoulders, stomach and legs.
Turn your attention to your breathing.
If thoughts arise, calmly notice them and return to your breathing.
After relaxation, you can pronounce several internal attitudes.

For example:
"I am calm."
"My body is relaxed."
"My attention is becoming clearer."
"I act consciously."
"Today I will take another step towards my development."

After completing your meditation, it is helpful to sit quietly for a few minutes before returning to your daily activities.

Meditation and Real Life

The purpose of meditation is not to have special experiences.
Its goal is to change the quality of everyday life.
If after practice a person becomes:

calmer;
more carefully;
kinder;
more responsible;
freer in your reactions,

This means that meditation is fulfilling its purpose.

The main principle

True meditation does not end when a person opens his eyes.
It continues in every conscious action.
The peace found within must be expressed in one's outer life.

Definition

Meditation is a practice of mental self-regulation aimed at developing awareness, concentration, emotional stability, and a person’s ability to manage their internal state.

In DREVO's New Psychology, meditation is viewed as a form of autogenic training that combines physical relaxation, attention management, willpower development, and inner self-exploration. Its goal is not escapism, but rather an improvement in quality of life, personal maturity, and the capacity for conscious creation.

A person doesn't become stronger because the world becomes quieter. They become stronger when they learn to maintain inner silence amidst the noise of the world.

Part VI. Psychology of Society

From individual to society

The new psychology of DREVO views a person not as an isolated individual, but as part of a living social system.

Just as the health of a cell cannot be separated from the health of the entire organism, a person's psychological health cannot be completely separated from the state of the family, community, culture, and society.

Man simultaneously shapes society and is shaped by it.

Therefore, the development of the individual and the development of society are two sides of the same process.

The principle of social development

The quality of society is determined by the quality of people, and the quality of people is largely determined by the quality of society.

A healthy society helps people to develop their potential.
Mature people create a healthy society.
This process forms a continuous cycle of development.

Family psychology

The family is the first school of the individual.

It is in the family that a person first learns:

A strong family becomes a source of psychological stability and the transmission of life experience between generations.

Community Psychology

A person develops faster in an environment of like-minded people.

The community creates space for:

mutual support;
knowledge exchange;
joint creativity;
education;
implementation of common projects.

A true community unites people not through fear or coercion, but through shared values and voluntary cooperation.

Psychology of Culture

Culture preserves the collective experience of humanity.
Language.
Music.
Art.
Literature.
Customs.
History.

They shape a person’s worldview and help pass on knowledge to new generations.

Without culture, society loses its memory.

Educational Psychology

Education should develop not only memory, but also personality.

Its task is to educate a person who is capable of:

think independently;
accept responsibility;
cooperate;
create something new;
maintain critical thinking;
respect the dignity of other people.

The main goal of education is to teach a person to learn throughout life.

Labor psychology

Work is one of the forms of human self-realization.

Creative work allows a person to develop their abilities, benefit society, and feel their own significance.

Work becomes a source of development when it has meaning and creates value for others.

Psychology of leadership

A true leader does not rule through fear.
It unites people around a common goal.
Leadership is built on:

by personal example;
responsibility;
competence;
trust;
respect;
ability to inspire.

The more power a person receives, the greater his responsibility to society becomes.

Psychology of cooperation

The development of civilization occurs through cooperation.

Working together allows us to create what cannot be done alone.

Trust, open dialogue, fair sharing of responsibilities and respect for the dignity of every person are the foundations of a sustainable society.

Psychology of conflict

Conflict arises when interests, needs or values clash.
Conflict in itself is not evil.
The methods of its resolution become destructive.

The new psychology of DREVO views conflict as an opportunity to better understand each other, find a fair solution, and strengthen relationships.

Psychology of a Creative Society

A creative society is distinguished by the fact that it creates conditions for the development of human potential.

Its signs are:

respect for human dignity;
accessible education;
development of sciences;
strong families;
healthy communities;
caring for nature;
support for creativity;
fair rules;
high culture of cooperation;
responsibility to future generations.

The main law of society

Society develops when the development of each person enhances the development of other people.

Personal well-being and public good are not opposed to each other.
They mutually reinforce each other.
The more a person creates for society, the richer society becomes.

The stronger a society is, the more opportunities it creates for the development of each individual.

DREVO's Vision

The new psychology of DREVO views society as a living ecosystem, where each individual is like a tree in a shared forest.

A strong forest is impossible without healthy trees.

But even an individual tree cannot fully develop without a healthy ecosystem.

Therefore, the highest goal of personal development is not only one's own well-being, but also participation in the creation of a society in which current and future generations can develop freely.

True development begins when a person stops asking, “What should society give me?” and begins asking, “What kind of society am I helping to create with my thoughts, actions, and example?”

Family psychology

Family is the first school of life

In the New Psychology DREVO, the family is viewed as a natural environment in which a person’s personality is formed.

It is in the family that a child first becomes acquainted with love, trust, security, responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect.

The family is not only a union of people, but also a space for the transmission of life, culture, values and life experience from generation to generation.

The main task of the family

The main task of the family is to create conditions in which each member can safely develop, reveal their abilities and become a mature individual.

The family should help a person:

to feel loved;
feel safe;
learn responsibility;
respect others;
develop independence;
to reveal one's abilities;
prepare for adult life.

The foundation of a healthy family

A healthy family is built on several principles.

Love

Love is not just a feeling.

It is daily care, respect and a desire to contribute to the development of another person.

Trust

Without trust, it is impossible to create a sense of psychological security.

Trust comes from honesty, openness and keeping your promises.

Responsibility

Each family member is responsible for their words, actions and contribution to the general well-being.

Responsibility does not mean control.

It means being willing to take care of each other.

Freedom

Every person has the right to remain an individual.
Love does not require giving up one's own individuality.
A healthy family supports the development of each individual.

Cooperation

Family is a team.

Its strength is determined not by who is in charge, but by how well its members are able to negotiate, help each other, and jointly solve emerging problems.

The role of parents

Parents are the child's first mentors.
The main method of education is not words, but personal example.
Children first of all adopt the lifestyle of adults.
Therefore, education begins with educating oneself.

The role of children

Children are not the property of their parents, but independent individuals.

The family's task is to help the child discover his or her abilities, teach them to think independently, make decisions, and gradually take responsibility for their own lives.

Conflicts

Conflicts are inevitable in any family.

They arise because each person has their own needs, views and experiences.

The goal of the family is not to avoid conflicts at any cost, but to learn to resolve them through respectful dialogue, mutual understanding, and the search for fair solutions.

Every conflict can be an opportunity to better understand each other and strengthen relationships.

Family traditions

Shared holidays, common activities, travel, family stories and rituals strengthen the sense of unity.

They create emotional memories of the family and help children feel a sense of belonging to something greater than themselves.

Family and Society

Strong families become the foundation of a strong society.

It is in the family that future citizens, scientists, teachers, entrepreneurs, artists, engineers and parents of the next generation are formed.

Therefore, caring for the family is at the same time caring for the future of society.

The main principle

Family does not exist for mutual control or to satisfy each other's expectations.

It exists for joint development.

Each family member helps others become healthier, freer, more responsible and happier.

It is in such a family that love becomes not only a feeling, but also a daily practice of creation.

Definition

A family is a voluntary union of people based on love, trust, respect, responsibility and cooperation, the purpose of which is the mutual development of the individual, the upbringing of a new generation and the preservation of life, culture and human values.

In DREVO's New Psychology, the family is viewed as the first and most important human ecosystem. The healthier this ecosystem, the greater the opportunities for the harmonious development of each member and society as a whole.