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FAQ

General Questions About Cosmiconfluence

What is Cosmiconfluence?

Cosmiconfluence is a development-oriented framework for structured self-reflection, orientation, and everyday development. It combines scientifically inspired approaches to reflection, development, and self-regulation with practical application within real-life everyday situations.

Which programs are part of Cosmiconfluence?

Cosmiconfluence currently includes in particular:

  • the Resonance Analysis,

  • Phoenix,

  • the Family Program,

  • and the AktionKids project.

Is Cosmiconfluence therapy or diagnostics?

No.

The programs operate:

  • without diagnostics,

  • without therapy,

  • without healing claims,

  • without clinical evaluation,

  • and without fixed personality attributions.

They are intended for structured self-reflection, orientation, and development.

What foundations is Cosmiconfluence based on?

Cosmiconfluence is informed in particular by:

  • developmental psychology,

  • reflective pedagogy,

  • neuroplasticity,

  • systemic perspectives,

  • metacognitive self-reflection,

  • self-regulation,

  • as well as development- and resource-oriented approaches.

What does “Paideia” mean within Cosmiconfluence?

“Paideia” describes the development-oriented guiding principle behind Cosmiconfluence:

the conscious development of perception, reflection, orientation, responsibility, and the ability to act within real-life situations.

Resonance Analysis – FAQ

General

What is the Cosmiconfluence Resonance Analysis?

The Resonance Analysis is a structured self-reflection and orientation instrument designed to support a clearer understanding of individual patterns, tension fields, resources, and contextual interrelations within real-life everyday situations.

Who is the Resonance Analysis suitable for?

For individuals who:

  • want to understand themselves in a more structured way,

  • want to recognize recurring patterns more consciously,

  • seek orientation in complex situations,

  • or want to approach personal development, decision-making, and reflection processes more consciously.

Is the Resonance Analysis therapy or diagnostics?

No.

The Resonance Analysis is intended for:

  • structured self-reflection,

  • orientation,

  • and context-sensitive understanding of individual dynamics.

What does “resonance” mean in this context?

Resonance describes how internal processes, roles, relationships, strain, expectations, and everyday situations interact — and under which conditions orientation, stability, or strain emerge.

What does “condition-based dynamics” mean?

Condition-based dynamics describe the conditions under which certain patterns, dynamics, or reactions become more or less likely.

Questionnaire & Process

How is the Resonance Analysis Questionnaire structured?

The questionnaire includes:

  • 14 thematic areas,

  • 68 questions,

  • and a total of 816 structured response options.

How long does completing the questionnaire take?

Completion usually takes:

  • approximately 45 minutes to 2 hours,

depending on:

  • depth of reflection,

  • processing speed,

  • and individual life circumstances.

Can the questionnaire be saved and continued later?

Yes.

Completion is:

  • flexible,

  • possible in multiple steps,

  • and can be continued within the available completion period.

How much time is available after booking?

After successful booking,

  • 7 days

are available to complete and submit the questionnaire.

What does the rating “0” mean?

0 means:

  • not relevant,

  • consciously excluded,

  • or not part of the individual profile consolidation.

Content rated with “0” is not included in the evaluation.

The “0” therefore serves the conscious individualization of the analysis.

What does the 1–5 scale mean?

The values 1–5 describe how relevant or influential a specific aspect is experienced within one’s own lived reality.

Why does the questionnaire use structured ratings instead of long free-text responses?

Because structured assessments can often make patterns, dynamics, weightings, and interrelations:

  • more consistent,

  • more comparable,

  • and more comprehensible.

Evaluation & Results

How long does the evaluation take?

After final submission, the structured evaluation and report creation process usually takes:

  • approximately 2 to 7 days.

What do I receive as a result?

You will receive:

  • an individual Resonance Profile Report (Condition Model).

What does the Resonance Profile Report contain?

The report includes in particular:

  • resources,

  • tension fields,

  • patterns,

  • orientation dynamics,

  • transition conditions,

  • contextual interrelations,

  • reflection prompts,

  • and observation windows for everyday life.

What are transition conditions?

Transition conditions describe conditions under which situations may become:

  • more stable,

  • more demanding,

  • or more difficult to regulate.

What can the report be used for?

For example:

  • everyday situations,

  • decisions,

  • role-related questions,

  • conflicts,

  • self-reflection,

  • situations involving strain,

  • personal development,

  • or more conscious orientation in everyday life.

Is any data stored permanently?

No.

The data is used exclusively:

  • for the creation of the results

  • and is deleted afterwards.

 

Family Program – FAQ

General

What is the Family Program?

The Family Program is a development-oriented and everyday-integrated system designed to support a more conscious approach to development within real-life family situations.

Who is the Family Program suitable for?

For:

  • parents,

  • caregivers,

  • children,

  • adolescents,

  • and families in different life situations.

Is the Family Program therapy?

No.

The Family Program is:

  • preventive,

  • development-oriented,

  • everyday-oriented,

but not therapy or clinical treatment.

Application

How does the program work?

The program combines:

  • reflection and development,

  • together with everyday-oriented regulation units.

How much time is required?

Typically:

  • approximately 5–15 minutes daily,

  • and approximately 30–60 minutes weekly.

Does the program need to be used daily?

Daily application supports:

  • stabilization,

  • repetition,

  • and development.

However, the intensity can be adapted individually.

Does the entire family need to participate?

No.

Individual caregivers can also begin independently.

Can the program be adapted individually?

Yes.

Application is:

  • situation-related,

  • flexible,

  • and carried out within the provided structure.

Goals & Development

What is the goal of the Family Program?

The goal is:

  • to approach development more consciously,

  • to establish stable action patterns,

  • and to strengthen everyday-oriented orientation.

What does the Family Program work with?

It works with:

  • real-life everyday situations,

  • reflection,

  • pattern recognition,

  • adjustment,

  • repetition,

  • and stabilization.

When may initial changes become noticeable?

Possible early changes include:

  • more conscious perception,

  • clearer orientation,

  • more stable reactions,

  • and a more reflective approach to situations.

Membership

What does the Family Program cost?

The price is:

  • €30 per month.

Is there a minimum membership period?

No.

Can membership be cancelled at any time?

Yes.

Cancellation is possible at any time and becomes effective at the end of the current billing period.

 

Phoenix – FAQ

General

What is Phoenix?

Phoenix is a structured membership program for personal development, self-reflection, and everyday self-regulation.

Who is Phoenix suitable for?

For individuals who want to:

  • act more reflectively,

  • develop stable routines,

  • strengthen self-regulation,

  • and support their personal development over the long term.

Is Phoenix therapy or coaching?

No.

Phoenix is:

  • a reflection and practice framework,

  • not therapy,

  • not coaching,

  • and not diagnostics.

Methods

Which methods does Phoenix use?

Phoenix combines:

  • metacognitive self-reflection,

  • and frequency-based meditation sessions.

What does metacognitive self-reflection mean?

The conscious observation of:

  • thoughts,

  • emotions,

  • evaluations,

  • and patterns of action.

How do the sessions work?

The sessions are:

  • short,

  • repeatable,

  • everyday-oriented,

  • and flexibly integrable into daily life.

Do participants need meditation experience?

No.

Even small regular sessions are sufficient.

Goals & Development

What is the goal of Phoenix?

Phoenix supports:

  • self-regulation,

  • stability,

  • clarity,

  • more reflective decision-making,

  • and more conscious development in everyday life.

What types of changes are possible?

Possible changes include:

  • more conscious perception,

  • more stable routines,

  • improved self-regulation,

  • and more reflective action.

No claims regarding effects or healing are made.

Membership

What does Phoenix cost?

The price is:

  • €20 per month.

Can membership be cancelled at any time?

Yes.

Cancellation is possible at any time and becomes effective at the end of the current billing period.

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