The Complete Framework
Understanding the relationship between Dimensions and Pillars
Two Complementary Systems
Dimensional Literacy uses two interconnected frameworks that work together:
💡 The Key Insight
8 Dimensions are WHERE life happens (the territories of human experience). 8 Pillars are HOW we understand what happens (the lenses of analysis). You apply the Pillars TO the Dimensions to achieve complete understanding.
🔴 8 Dimensions of Experience
The territories of human life
🔵 8 Pillars of Understanding
The lenses for analyzing reality
The 8 Dimensions of Experience
These are the territories of human life—the areas where we live, struggle, grow, and thrive. Most people unconsciously favor some dimensions while neglecting others. The Foundation Course teaches you to recognize your natural weighting and develop balance.
📍 Foundation Course Focus
Weeks 1-4 of the Foundation Course focus primarily on the 8 Dimensions—helping you identify your blind spots, understand your natural weighting, and practice analyzing decisions through all 8 life areas.
Key question: "Which dimensions am I neglecting in this situation?"
The 8 Pillars of Understanding
These are the cognitive lenses for understanding how reality works. They're drawn from science, philosophy, and systems thinking. The Pillar Deep Dives (available after Foundation) teach you to apply each lens with fluency.
🔬 Advanced Study Focus
The Pillar modules (Scale, Emergence, Systems, Energy, etc.) are advanced tools for analyzing ANY dimension. They answer "how does this work?" rather than "where does this happen?"
Key question: "Which lens would reveal something new about this situation?"
The 64-Point Matrix
When you cross 8 Dimensions × 8 Pillars, you get 64 unique intersection points. True dimensional literacy means being able to analyze any dimension through any pillar.
💡 Highlighted cells show particularly powerful intersection points. Click any cell to explore that combination.
Practical Examples
Here's how you might apply a Pillar lens to a Dimension:
Ready to Develop Complete Dimensional Literacy?
Start with the Foundation Course to master the 8 Dimensions, then explore the Pillar Deep Dives.