This can be used by and for individuals but is also very powerful in a “Transformative Living” pathway for corporations, organizations or groups of any kind, inclusive of families.
There is much theory and philosophy that is attached to this book and this “New Paradigm” and that should be the starting point for each and every reader.
Questions? Abound for our “new reality” or “new global community” …a paradigm or mindset (group think which we cannot ignore.
First some background and defining of topics
Paradigm-essentially “a way of thinking”, ideology, a certain interpretation of “what is reality? “
Community- common cause for unity,  a group that shares a common interest and should work together for the common good of all, while consideration of a geographical entity, community is really any group of people who see reason to join together…and work of projects or enhancement of the shared goals and interest of the group.
Group think- collective understanding of reality, when to majority of individuals of a group think a certain way, this influence those less certain, in thinking and/or acting in the same way as the majority, beyond “majority rules” mentality, it is a certain power of persuasion of those powerful and influential voices to often if not always to be heard.
Cognitive Dissonance: a certain uncomfortable feeling one gets on an issue or behaviour that either the individual conforms or they simple choose not to believe a certain way (smoking, for example).

Before I engage you in reflection of the theory and philosophy shared here, pause for a moment and then out loud (or in your head)  state the following, with the intended emphasis on the capitalized words (or in the case of I, italicized)

WHY am I here?
Why AM I here?
Why am I here?
Why am I HERE?

Examining the emphasis on all four words of the same question, will bring a different answer perhaps…and the answer will differ with each and every reader, is my guess…my assumption.
We need to do that also, examine underlying assumptions that exist in each and every persons consciousness.
Further we need to explore and expand on the concept of consciousness, especially as we seek to define the term/concept of “collective consciousness”.
We then benefit when we explore concepts of “community development” and “collaboration” both of which take on new meaning when collectively examined under the context of “Global Collective Interests”.

Are we not “one”?
This question of we are all together, an “inseparable whole”, in a mutual existence on this planet…has been answered by many…who do we hold as the “authority”…the “expert” on “Wholeness” and/or the greater Global  “good”.

We must define and explore ethics, morality, “goodness”, belief systems and Values. Sounds like we are going to proceed with “majoring” in “Humanities”…or even still, in human Spirituality.

You may consider yourself separate from all “others”, and you may deny the value or “belief” in spirituality, all the while that does not change the “global” or collective consciousness, that suggests most on the planet are practicing or seeking greater spirituality…as this text is being read by you (you likely are a seeker…or were drawn to this book because it speaks of and to spiritual matters.

Let’s dissect the “whole” of the human shall we as if in a introductory high school biology class.

What is Wholeness?

What is Wellness?

What is Spirituality?

Again the question WHY AM I HERE? (emphasis on the “whole” question…intended)

Would not the context of “wellness” of the organism, include wholeness, of the organism?
Would not the question of spirituality not be addressed, as we speak of “wholeness” of the organism?

So let us begin there (the foundation lets say) before we build on the framework of this theory (or this philosophy if you rather). Let us define paradigm…in context of “group think”  (or collective consciousness if you rather…and let us further define Wellness. Does not it bring comfort to think in terms that the entire planet…and all organisms…are capable in achieving “wellness”.

Thoughts turn to terms such as balance and harmony, love and peace, happiness and success as we turn “inward” for appreciation of the Term…wellness.

I offer this: Wellness is inclusive of the contexts; Wholeness, Healing , Health and Wellbeing.
Further defining “wholeness”, I give you this simple ( and easy to relate to for most)…that wholeness, is more easily “felt” or attained when with and connected through love, with family members. Child to parents, children to siblings and Parents to all children (and their parents). Cognitive Dissonance theory supports that we can be “alienated” and/or “estranged” from a family member is there is a difference in values, morals, belief systems or conduct…and reconcile that a “family member” can be “dead” to them, if indeed they need to feel separate from those beliefs and behaviours that one feels uncomfortable about…or appalled.

The question would then have to be answered…can one feel “whole” even though not seeing, speaking with…or in an way or terms of “loving”  one’s family. Some would say know…others may debate that “wholeness” is a way of “being”…and one can be whole…without any family whatsoever…or without having strong, positive or loving relationships with family members. The answer to this question is yours for the choosing.

Further, as we expand on the context of wholeness….and what we can illuminate/expand on…as an inter-relational domain of wholeness, please find in this simplistic offering of how to “conceptualize” all of this theory in its entirety, know that you define all contexts with each and every “domain” that is offered. I have given you the contexts of : wholeness, healing, health and well-being, I now give you the domains in which to build a “framework” on the foundation of “contexts”.
To help conceptualize…think of these for contexts as the four cornerstones or “pillars” for the frameworks. Out of each side of this “box” concept…think “”beyond the box” to appreciate that there are eight elements (domains) in which all four walls are built.
This is theoretical thinking…this conceptualization (from engineering or mechanical paradigms) while philosophical…we will build not something of content…but something  metaphysical, metaphorical and purely speculative (while some will say) intuitive.
So here are the eight elements…physical,  emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, inter-relational, cultural and ecological.
One may recognize that I have borrowed from the World Health Organizations concept of health (the first five domains) while I expanded on what “inter-relational” context of wholeness might mean. Other “strong” representations in this time in history, and in a “global” community, we need to also examine the frameworks under the light of “cultural” and “ecological” realities.

War and civil unrest, have been with us since human kind began to “nomadically” go in search of survival, sustainance and later success, in acquisition of wealth. Now remember, acquisition of wealth in a “western” context went from “fishing, forestry…to beaver pelts, gold and minerals to most recent…”carbon” sources…coal and petroleum  aka “oil and gas”…fuel and energy…gas for our cars, lights and heat for our homes.

While the “beaver pelt” industry has been Extinct (or is it)…we still see the exploitation of natural resources, …the poor (women and children) all for the greed and profit of someone around this globe.

Technology has certainly been a big part of the “change” we have seen in our waistlines, wallets and ways of communication with each other…but we cannot escape the realities of “group think” and our dealings with cognitive dissonance. Many around the world are losing their childhood, some their lives…all due to a “collective consciousness” deficit. The deficit is in a Moral and Ethical (and/or Spiritual) domain…one that impacts the four pillars collectively that brings injustice and destined failure of the “collective” organism we can humankind.

So, try this…contemplate or reflect (meditate the best way you have come to know)…on the spiritual domain…as we expand on the Wholeness paradigm.
Now reflect on spiritual aspects of the Healing concepts that exist in the world as a whole (as a Westernized health care Professional, you will need to humbly, expand your paradigm…looking at what “the other” believes in, or practices).
Now expand on Health, and spirituality…similar to healing, but more or a “maintenance” context and “prevention” (think health promotion) think having one class of wine promotes health while two (and relations with others…or driving an automobile…and there is impairment and danger…which gets worse with more and more “drinking”.
Applying the context of “well-being” and spirituality is “a given” for billions on the planet….while it is a “dark” spirituality” that, if in control of a situation, will lead to suffering…and we know there are billions who are suffering, even though they are spiritual beings having a human experience. Think of the exploited children and women and the exploitation and “war” that exists over precious and depleting resources. The ultimate success of the planet, as a collective consciousness…is only possible with a strong emphasis and inclusion of the “spiritual” domain….for all peoples, and creatures…in all the eight domains.
I encourage all of you to begin a “reflective” or contemplative meditation practice as we will now expand on the frameworks of the  Ecological Domain…and how we can build on the foundations of wholeness, healing, Health and Well-being.
Begin to contemplate what comes to mind as we speak of water….wholeness, healing, health and well-being.

Begin the inner dialogue that is necessary as we examine (ecological impact and ecological solutions) of Western Medicine.
Reflect on the Pharmaceutical Industry (much of today’s medicines from plant sources, but as extracts, synthetic product is introduced as fillers and to “hold” (encapsulate) for ease of swallowing….and so it is no longer “natural”. There is good and bad that has come of medicines…more bad when more combinations are the new reality…and testing does not happen with more combinations. Assumptions of safety are being dispelled more and more each year, while the consequences for an older population is lost liver and/or kidney function….for far too many lost function or lost years of quality of life or life itself.
The supplement industry presents a growing threat also, since testing is not mandated….and the multiple combinations especially in the presence of pharmaceuticals….nutra-ceuticals….as well, the greater the “cocktail”…the greater the risk. The kidney, as incredible a filter as it is, is being onslaughted into dysfunction, disease and death

From another angle…one can examine the “ecological footprint” of the modern Health Care system. The success story is still pending as to whether medicine and hospitals are not causing as much harm as good. Since many health care products are not biodegradable, many of them made from petroleum products….their ecological footprint is HUGE. Ecological degradation is natural consequence, while more “incurable” super-bugs are manifested in health care institutions than anywhere on earth. A Pandemic will equal disaster…it is a matter of when…the system cannot handle what emergencies, surgeries, treatment and diagnostic need we see now…how will it cope with another SARS or beyond.

The fact that “Medical Treatment” is the 3rd leading cause of death should bring public intervention and “change” in the way we live our lives and deliver “health care”…we have yet to reconcile that what is provided is “sick-care”. Health care is happening in homes and schools and some work-places. Prevention and health promotion is the real solution to shortages of Health Care personnel. Decrease the need for nurses and doctors….that should be the only “best-practice” solution…in face of the aging population.

Home care…or any approach to bring the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate place, in the most appropriate time, by the most appropriate provider…that is the only mantra, that brings reasonable, affordable solutions for all populations in our global community.

Appropriate technology, needs to be more than a buzzword. Why do we not have an electronic medical record in the year 2008?

Why is it that MRI…with a price-tag of millions of dollars, fronts the debate, when “self-care” and all the health promoting benefits (prevention)…saves billions.