The Fibonacci sequence possesses a unique property. Different from the Golden Mean, the Fibonacci begins at 0 or 1 but quickly approximates the Golden Mean with ever increasing accuracy. The Fibonacci sequence seems to be strongly attracted to the Golden Mean Sequence (phi ratio) and attempts to approximate the phi ratio (1.6180339…). This accuracy increases until it asymptotically reaches its limits. At that point, one could not tell the difference between the two spirals except at or near the beginning points. Understanding this aspect of the Fibonacci is crucial. This characteristic of the Fibonacci (always attempting to approximate the Golden Mean with greater accuracy) can be used as a metaphor for our human condition, which will help us gain deeper insights into the nature of spirituality. If the Golden Mean is used as a metaphor for spirit and the Fibonacci is used as a metaphor for physical incarnation (spirit incarnating into the physical and attempting to perfect itself to the ideal), then metaphorically, our physical incarnation begins as a Fibonacci life form. Without full memory of the whole and integrated picture of the universe, we start off our young lives in a seemingly erratic pattern of identifying ourselves as purely physical beings that are finite and mortal. As we gain experience and wisdom through the physical incarnation, we begin to sense and discover our spirit and begin the process of identifying ourselves more closely with our greater selves. Our attraction to move closer to God is like Fibonacci’s attraction for approximating the Golden Mean. As we grow into a closer relationship with the ideal (spirit or Golden Mean), we can begin to sense an increase in energy and revitalization. This revitalization can stimulate the intent and motivation of the physical being to do everything possible to feel more energy and get closer to the ideal or golden mean. The physical being (Fibonacci) is then compelled to proceed along a path that leads to getting closer to spirit. This often manifests by cleaning the mind, emotions, and desires in order to bring about a clear inner temple that enables the mind and body to become the best receiver for the ideal or spirit. This is also like Fibonacci approximating the Golden Mean. Eventually the
thoughts, emotions, and desires of the physical being approximate
the ideal very closely. At that point the Fibonacci and the Golden
Mean are in such a close relationship that a type of bridge is created
between spirit and the physical being. The limited beliefs of the
physical being can be released and the realization of the unlimited
potentials available within spirit can be embraced fully by the human
being in the physical.
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