The Purpose of Life and Golden Ratio Explained

4/21/2017

The Golden Ratio: A Principle of Energy Flow

The golden ratio, seen in structures as vast as galaxies or as intricate as DNA, has long been the symbol of ideal harmony. Duke University's Adrian Bejan ties this unique ratio to a universal law of nature's design. Through his work on the constructal law, Bejan reveals how nature shapes itself to ease flow. The essence of the golden ratio, he suggests, lies in achieving maximal efficiency with minimal energy (Bejan, 2009).

This ratio allows structures to scale infinitely without changing their core shape, resulting in its recurrence throughout nature. By choosing the path of least resistance, the golden ratio epitomizes energy-efficient flow. This is evident in falcons, which harness the golden spiral for an energy-saving approach to their prey (Tucker, 2000), and in plants, where Fibonacci spirals display energy optimization in phyllotaxis (Li et al., 2007).

The Purpose of Life: Flow

The Constructal Law intertwines modern science with ancient spiritual writings, hinting at a unified purpose for all existence: to facilitate energy flow. Energy naturally seeks equilibrium, flowing from concentrations, like the sun, to the expansive universe.

Our individual purpose is deciphering our unique energy flow. Despite being made of the same elements, each person's energy interplays differently. Our brains might share a similar number of nerves, but the connections, molded by experiences, are distinct, crafting our personalities.

When our energies align, we enter a "flow" state, a concept explored by Csikszentmihalyi (1990) and Maslow (1964). In this state:

Causes of Flow:

- Clear goals
- Immediate performance feedback
- Confidence in handling challenges

Characteristics of Flow:

- Absolute focus
- Control and openness
- Enhanced learning and positivity

Consequences of Flow:

- Transcendence of self-awareness
- Altered time perception
- Intrinsic reward from the activity

Discovering your energy's optimal flow—whether through passions or talents—uncovers your unique life purpose. Like fingerprints, our energy patterns are singular. Aligning with this flow often leads to peak performance, happiness, and fulfillment, underscoring our individual roles in the universe.

References

Bejan, A. (2009). The golden ratio predicted: Vision, cognition and locomotion as a single design in nature. International Journal of Design & Nature and Ecodynamics, 4(2), 97-104.

Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990). Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience. Harper and Row, New York, NY.

Li, C., Ji, A., & Cao, Z. (2007). Stressed Fibonacci spiral patterns of definite chirality. Applied Physics Letters, 90(16), 164102.

Maslow, A. H. (1964). Religions, values, and peak-experiences. Columbus, OH: Ohio State University Press. (Original work published 1940)

Tucker, V. A. (2000). The deep fovea, sideways vision and spiral flight paths in raptors. Journal of Experimental Biology, 203(24), 3745-3754.

9 Comments

JON FISCHER

2/14/2020 07:22:53 pm

I HAVE FELT THIS FLOW. ALOT RECENTLY. I HAVE BEEN EXPRESSING MY BELIEFS THAT WE ARE ENERGY JUST LIKE THE ELECTRICITY FLOWING THROUGH OUR ELECTRONICS. THAT POSITIVE ENERGY ATTRACTS POSITIVE ENERGY AND NEGATIVE REPELS. THE MORE I STUDY THE MORE IT ALL MAKES SENSE. I APPRECIATE YOURS AND OTHERS WHO TAKE THE TIME TO STUDY AND EXPRESS THEIR VIEWS. THANK YOU.

Dr. Sacco

2/14/2020 07:33:16 pm

Thank you for your comment. I am happy that you have found the information helpful.

Camillia

8/24/2020 12:40:19 pm

The universe opens another door thank you ❤️🙏🎁

Randy Evangelista

12/21/2020 03:41:16 pm

Application of the Golden Ratio - Planetary Rotation and Arrangement.

https://www.quora.com/In-your-opinion-does-the-nature-of-the-golden-ratio-among-other-things-provide-evidence-of-a-creator/answer/Randy-Evangelista-1

Swavna Sahoo

12/9/2021 10:09:49 am

I was myself writing an article on the Topic-Art in Math, and somehow came to use the term, Golden Ratio, and the more I read about it, I was surprised i mentioned it. Your website is literally the best, most authentically informative thing I have come across. Will be publishing my article "Art in Math" on Medium. hope to get your response. love. <3

Robert Sacco

12/9/2021 12:31:45 pm

Hi Swavna,

Thanks for your message. I'm excited to read your article.

Kind regards
Robert

Ellie

3/22/2022 05:17:23 pm

I’ve worked in clinical psychology with my doctorate since 1996, and the concept of FLOW (Csikszentmihalyi) and it has been a recurrent theme that has helped me greatly support my patients on their road to healing, as well my own growth to be my best self. I plan to do a deeper dive into this term/construct. I’m very thankful a loved one shared this with me. Keep up the great work!!!!

Heena

5/29/2023 08:18:16 am

Your website is really helpful. As e are made up of water electromagnetic energy is bound for to flow. With the help of topics ‘ synchronicity’, resonance, mirroring, golden ratio, bio geometry, and conversion of duality to oneness yr topic ‘flow of energy’ connected all the dots and elevated me. Thankyou so many ch.

Steve

2/3/2025 01:51:12 am

Hi
Having done sone research myself mainly in the Egyptian research area I find that it is all about structures etc even though there is no documented evidence that Egypt built pyramids. There are lists of even the most mundane shopping items recorded but no plans etc of building pyramids. Still the golden ratio is applied to these buildings as the Egyptians were aware of pi in n mathematics but I have found no reference to date on the most obvious example and that is the eye of Ra or actually the makeup on all pharaohs on their eyes and face. This in my studies has not even been compared to the golden ratio though there it is on their faces. The most striking theory is that this is also a marker of where the possibility of where man originally came from/ went to in the star system we see today. Remarkably this indicates the Pleiades system as many markers around the great pyramids do too.
I’m just making observations here but it seems to me that the simplicity of the Golden ratio should be applied simply amid looked at simply not complicated as this is how we seem to run our lives and believability as humans today. If it’s not complicated then it’s not real in most realms of society today.

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