The 5 States of Consciousness: Understanding Your Journey to Higher Awareness

Dec 8 / Jewels Arnes

Navigating the five states of consciousness is like unlocking different layers of your awareness, each offering new insights and growth opportunities. Understanding where you are on this journey helps you move through life with more intention, aligning you with higher frequencies and ultimately connecting with Source Intelligence or the DMT frequency at 963 Hz. Here’s a deeper dive into each state of consciousness and what it means for your spiritual growth.

Level 1: Unconscious Living – The State of Unawareness

We all start here. In this first state of consciousness, life feels like it’s happening to you rather than being something you actively create. You might find yourself stuck in routines, feeling disconnected, or simply unaware that you have the power to make different choices. It’s like sleepwalking through life without realizing there’s more to see.

What It Looks Like: You’re reacting automatically, often without questioning why. Decisions feel driven by old habits, and there’s a sense of disconnection from your deeper self.

The Shift Begins: The first step in moving out of this state is recognizing it. Ask yourself, “What am I not seeing?” This question opens the door to awareness and begins to nudge you toward waking up to your potential.

Level 2: Awakening – Becoming the Observer

The second state is where things start to shift. You begin to “wake up” and see patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and actions. This is the space of self-reflection, where you start asking questions like, “Why am I resisting this?” or “Does this choice feel right?” It’s an exciting yet challenging phase because you’re starting to realize you have power over your reality, but it can feel overwhelming to see where you’ve been stuck.

What It Looks Like: You’re becoming aware of your inner dialogue and the ways you’ve been living on autopilot. This is where the important questions come in—“Do I agree with this?” “Is this serving me?”

The Growing Pains: This level can be uncomfortable as you confront old patterns and beliefs that no longer serve you. It’s about observing without judgment, giving you the freedom to make new choices and move into the next level.

Level 3: Conscious Creation – Trying to Make It Work

In this third state, you’re actively trying to create change, but it often feels like a struggle. You’ve moved beyond just observing and are now trying to manifest your desires. However, this level can be marked by frustration because it’s easy to fall into the trap of trying to “force” things to happen.

What It Looks Like: You might find yourself thinking, “Why isn’t this working? They did it, so why can’t I?” It’s common to compare your journey to others or feel stuck when things aren’t flowing the way you want.

The Stuck Point: This state is often where you realize that effort alone isn’t enough. You’re still creating from old programming—trying to make things happen through sheer will rather than tapping into the flow of higher guidance. It’s a reminder that true creation doesn’t come from forcing but from aligning with your heart.

Level 4: Divine Flow – Creating from Source


The fourth state is where the magic really begins. Here, you shift from effort to ease, creating from a place of alignment and flow. This is the “Listen and do” state—you’re tuned into your inner guidance and act on it without overthinking or pushing. It’s a space where you start to see how effortless creation can be when you’re connected to Source.

What It Looks Like: You’re in the zone, moving through life with a sense of peace and purpose. There’s no need to force outcomes; instead, you trust the process, knowing that everything is unfolding as it should.

Recognizing the Slip: Even in this state, it’s normal to slip back into effort occasionally. The difference now is that you can feel when you’ve shifted out of flow, and you know how to realign. It’s about catching those moments and gently guiding yourself back to listening and trusting.

Level 5: Full Alignment – Becoming Source Intelligence

In the fifth and highest state of consciousness, you are fully aligned with Source Intelligence. You are both the Creator and the Creation, effortlessly living as an expression of divine will. This is where the lines between thought, action, and reality blur—you’re creating in real-time, guided by an intuitive knowing that transcends the mind.

What It Looks Like: Life feels like a continuous flow of synchronicities, where everything happens seamlessly. You hear before you hear, know before you think, and act without hesitation. There’s no longer a separation between you and the energy of creation.

Living as the Advanced Human: This state isn’t about striving or seeking; it’s about being. You embody the frequency of DMT Intelligence, existing beyond observation. It’s a state of pure presence and alignment, where every moment is a new creation unfolding.

Tips for Elevating Your State of Consciousness

Stay Curious: Each state offers valuable lessons. Ask questions, reflect, and be open to what each level is teaching you.

Meditate and Realign: Practices like the Inside Out Meditation can help you reconnect with Source and maintain higher frequencies, especially when you feel pulled back into old patterns.

Trust the Process: Shifting between states is normal. The key is to recognize where you are without judgment and make conscious choices to move forward.

Celebrate Your Progress: Every step is a victory. Celebrate your awareness and commitment to living more consciously, no matter where you are on your path.


Understanding and navigating the five states of consciousness is a transformative journey that invites you to continually expand your awareness. By recognizing where you are and consciously choosing to elevate your state, you open yourself to a deeper connection with your true self and the limitless potential of Source Intelligence.

Whether you’re just starting to wake up or already living in full alignment, each level is an essential part of your evolution. Keep exploring, keep creating, and keep saying “yes” to the journey of conscious living. As you embrace these states, you step into your role as a conscious creator, bringing more light, love, and awareness into the world.

~ Jewels Arnes

Jewels Arnes is the founder and creator of BioQuantum and the owner of the Accelerated Ascension Academy. With over three decades of experience as a Quantum Healer, Jewels holds multiple accreditations, including QHHT (Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique), Touch for Health, Reiki Master, and a Holistic Practitioner License. She also completed a six-year apprenticeship with a Lakota medicine woman, deepening her expertise in holistic and quantum healing. 

Jewels is a published author of three books and a 
sought-after speaker, having presented at prestigious events such as Dave Asprey's Biohacking Conference, UCLA, the Body Mind Spirit Expo, and the Conscious Life Expo.. A long time guest on Lauren Galey's Quantum conversations Jewels continues to pioneer advancements in quantum healing and personal ascension, guiding others to unlock their highest potential.