Solar-Lunar Integration Symbol

Cosmic Humanity

An Immersive Rite of Passage

Dome Show

40-Minute Journey

Complete ceremonial experience

9 Stages

Archetypal transformation process

Shadow Integration

Psychological healing & growth

The Mythic Initiation

A cosmic dream disguised as psychological transformation. This 9-stage journey guides participants through archetypal shadow work, alchemical processes, and Solar-Lunar consciousness integration.

Transformative Process

Cosmic Humanity is a mythic initiation disguised as a cosmic dream. This immersive dome experience combines cosmic evolution with inner development, teaching that opposites are complementary forces through spectacular visuals and embodied meditation.

The experience uses archetypal shadow work, alchemical processes, and Solar-Lunar consciousness integration to guide participants through psychological transformation. This psychological initiation combines cosmic science, poetry, meditation, and alchemical symbolism. Each stage is carefully designed to dissolve the default mode network and activate awakening.

Developed in collaboration with Howard Teich using the Solar-Lunar Psychology framework, this 40-minute ceremonial journey takes participants through ego-death, cosmic expansion, shadow integration, and rebirth using sacred geometry, binaural beats, and participatory elements.

Creative Collaboration

Howard Teich

Co-writing, conception, Solar-Lunar framework, and archetypal psychology

Studio Sunbow

Audio mixing and magic

Studio Phong

Immersive dome production and visual storytelling

The Nine Stages

1

Cosmic Awakening

Initial recognition of cosmic consciousness

2

Solar Activation

Masculine principle integration

3

Lunar Embrace

Feminine principle integration

4

Shadow Confrontation

Meeting the unconscious aspects

5

Ego Death

Dissolution of limiting identity

6

Cosmic Expansion

Unity with universal consciousness

7

Shadow Integration

Wholeness through acceptance

8

Alchemical Rebirth

Transformation and renewal

9

Cosmic Humanity

Integration of cosmic and human nature

Solar Lunar Consciousness

Ancient wisdom meets modern psychology in this revolutionary framework that transforms how we understand human consciousness, moving beyond traditional gender binaries to embrace complementary archetypal forces.

Lunar Principle

Lunar Principle

The Lunar archetype embodies the receptive, inward-focused, intuitive dimensions of consciousness. It represents flow, creativity, emotional intelligence, and the capacity for deep inner knowing.

Receptive
Inward Energy
Intuitive
Inner Knowing
Solar Principle

Solar Principle

The Solar archetype represents the active, outward-focused, goal-oriented aspects of consciousness. It embodies structure, logic, achievement, and the drive to create and manifest in the external world.

Active
Outward Energy
Structured
Logical Framework

Beyond Duality

Rather than viewing solar and lunar as opposing forces, this framework reveals them as complementary-cooperative partners in the dance of consciousness evolution.

When integrated, these archetypal energies create a unified field of awareness that transcends traditional gender binaries and opens pathways to authentic wholeness and creativity.

Personal Integration & Wholeness
Enhanced Leadership Effectiveness
Consciousness Evolution
Solar-Lunar Integration Symbol

Theoretical Foundations

Archetypal Psychology

Jung's rediscovery of alchemical mythology and symbolic transformation

Comparative Mythology

Campbell's hero's journey and cross-cultural mythological patterns

Modern Neuroscience

Emerging theories about brain function and consciousness integration

Ancient Wisdom

Cross-cultural spiritual systems and mythological traditions

Howard Teich, Ph.D.

Pioneering psychologist, author, and consciousness researcher integrating ancient wisdom with modern science to transform how we understand human potential and leadership.

Dr. Howard Teich

At a Glance

Location Venice, California
Specialization Archetypal Psychology
Latest Book Solar Light, Lunar Light
Assessment Tool PACE Profile

Latest Publication

Solar Light, Lunar Light

Perspectives on Human Consciousness - A groundbreaking exploration of archetypal psychology that challenges traditional gender binaries and offers a path to integrated wholeness.

Professional Journey

Dr. Howard Teich is a distinguished psychologist and consciousness researcher whose groundbreaking work bridges ancient wisdom traditions with modern neuroscience and psychology. His career began with teaching "Dreams: the Language of the Unconsciousness" at UC Berkeley, which led to extensive Jungian analysis and a profound appreciation for the transformative power of dreams.

Influenced by Joseph Campbell's comparative mythology, Dr. Teich has developed a unique approach to personal transformation that integrates archetypal psychology, mythological wisdom, and modern understanding of consciousness. His work has taken him from academic institutions to corporate boardrooms, helping individuals and leaders discover their authentic potential.

Through his collaboration with Studio Phong on Cosmic Humanity, Dr. Teich brings his decades of research and practice into an immersive dome experience that guides participants through profound psychological transformation using the Solar-Lunar framework.

Academic Excellence

University of California
Berkeley & System-wide
California Institute of Integral Studies
Consciousness Studies
Esalen Institute
Transformational Studies

Corporate Impact

Microsoft & Intel
Executive Coaching
Wells Fargo & HP
Leadership Development
Fortune 500 Companies
High-Performance Teams

Areas of Expertise

High-Performance Leadership
Creative Collaboration
Gender Relationship Dynamics
Archetypal Psychology
Executive Coaching
Personal Transformation

In Production

Cosmic Humanity is currently in active production, with a planned release for Summer 2026. This groundbreaking experience represents the intersection of ancient wisdom, art, poetry and advanced technology.

Framework

Solar-Lunar Psychology

Duration

40-minute ceremony

Expected Release

Summer 2026

The Nine Stages of Life

A cosmic journey through human development, where each stage of life mirrors the universe's own evolution— from the fertile void of conception to the return to infinite source.

Cosmic Evolution

1

Quantum Sparks

Formation of energy from the void

2

Cosmic Ocean

Formation of elements in primordial soup

3

Stellar Nursery

Formation of stars from cosmic fire

4

Planetary Clay

Formation of planets and solid matter

5

Breath of Atmosphere

Formation of atmospheres and biospheres

6

Branching Life

Formation of unique species

7

Night Garden

Cycles of death, decay, and renewal

8

Golden Reunion

Synthesis of consciousness and cosmic unity

9

Return to Source

Cosmic reverse zoom to primordial origin

Human Development

1

Fetus

Sperm & egg unite in fertile void

2

Infant

Divine child in oceanic consciousness

3

Toddler

Trickster-magician exploring with fire

4

Childhood

Fool-builder creating solid foundations

5

Adolescent

Hero-seeker breathing new possibilities

6

Young Adult

Lover-warrior choosing unique path

7

Adult

Shadow-walker accepting endings

8

Elder

Sage-world spirit integrating opposites

9

Return

Infinite child transcending back to source

The Mirror of Existence

As Above, So Below

Each stage of human development mirrors the universe's own evolutionary journey from quantum potential to cosmic consciousness.

Sacred Correspondence

We are not separate from the cosmos—we are the universe experiencing itself through human consciousness and development.

Integrated Wholeness

The journey culminates in recognizing our cosmic nature while honoring our human experience—becoming fully integrated beings.

The Alchemical Process

Four sacred operations of transformation that guide the soul through death, purification, integration, and cosmic rebirth—the ancient path to psychological wholeness.

1

Nigredo

Blackening / The Dark Night

The first operation begins with shadow confrontation and ego dissolution. Like the cosmic void before creation, we must embrace the darkness within to allow new consciousness to emerge.

Transformation Elements

• Shadow work and unconscious integration
• Ego death and identity dissolution
• Confronting inner darkness
2

Albedo

Whitening / The Purification

Following the dark night comes purification and inner light awakening. Like stars being born from cosmic darkness, consciousness begins to illuminate and cleanse itself.

Transformation Elements

• Inner light awakening and clarity
• Purification of consciousness
• Spiritual cleansing and renewal
3

Rubedo

Reddening / The Integration

The red work represents Solar-Lunar union and cosmic rebirth. Like the marriage of opposites in stellar formation, consciousness integrates its polarities into unified wholeness.

Transformation Elements

• Solar-Lunar consciousness integration
• Marriage of opposites within
• Cosmic rebirth and renewal
4

Citrinitas

Yellowing / Solar Fire

The golden dawn of cosmic consciousness and stellar heritage. Like the universe recognizing itself through human awareness, we awaken to our true nature as space-born beings.

Transformation Elements

• Cosmic consciousness awakening
• Recognition of stellar heritage
• Integration of human and cosmic nature

The Complete Journey

These four alchemical operations mirror both cosmic evolution and human psychological development. From the fertile void of Nigredo through the stellar birth of Albedo, the planetary integration of Rubedo, to the cosmic consciousness of Citrinitas—we journey from darkness to light, from separation to unity, from human to cosmic humanity.

The Eternal Return to Wholeness