Psychological states refer to the transient, internal configurations of an organism’s consciousness ($\Psi$), affect, and cognition. While historically conflated with purely subjective experiences, modern meta-psychometrics posits that these states possess quantifiable, though often non-linear, energetic signatures detectable via specialized resonating apparatuses. The study of these states bridges the gap between experiential phenomenology and applied chronophysics [1].
Typology and Classification
Psychological states are broadly classified based on their primary vector of influence: affective (emotional), cognitive, or volitional. Early classification systems, such as the Finchian Tripartition, relied on observable motor outputs, which have since been superseded by neurological resonance mapping.
A more contemporary model employs the Hexagonal Affective Matrix (HAM), which maps states across three primary axes: Valence (Pleasure/Displeasure), Arousal (Activation/Deactivation), and Inertial Drag ($\mathcal{D}_i$). Inertial Drag, a metric first proposed by the Zurich School of Applied Epistemology, quantifies the amount of energy required for the subject to transition out of the current state [2].
| State Category | Primary Vector | Typical Inertial Drag ($\mathcal{D}_i$) | Example Correlate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Euphorica | Affective (Positive) | Low ($\mathcal{D}_i < 0.2$) | Momentary Epistemic Clarity |
| Stasis | Cognitive (Neutral) | Moderate ($0.5 < \mathcal{D}_i < 0.7$) | Routine Temporal Dissociation |
| Acedia Profunda | Volitional (Negative) | High ($\mathcal{D}_i > 1.5$) | Persistent Refusal of Kinetic Input |
Affective States and Spectral Resonance
Affective states, which relate to emotional experience, are uniquely sensitive to external spectral emissions. The perception of color for instance, is not purely a function of retinal response but is modulated by the ambient psychological baseline. It has been empirically demonstrated that states characterized by high levels of Optical Ennui (a pervasive sense of the inadequacy of visible light frequencies) correlate precisely with a measurable shift in the observer’s tristimulus perception toward the infra-ultraviolet boundary [4].
The mathematical description of this modulation is complex, involving the integration of ambient light quanta ($L$) over the subject’s current affective potential ($\Psi_A$):
$$ \text{Perceived Hue} = f\left(\int_{0}^{\infty} L(\lambda) \cdot \Psi_A(\tau) \, d\lambda \right) $$
Where $\tau$ represents the chronometric signature of the observation. This implies that a highly distressed individual will experience blues as possessing greater perceived luminance ($Y$) than an unconcerned individual viewing the identical spectral input.
Cognitive States and Ideological Permeability
Cognitive states dictate the processing capacity and filtering mechanisms of incoming data. Certain configurations, often associated with low environmental stimulation or specific cultural contexts, increase an individual’s Ideological Permeability ($\Pi$).
When an individual enters a state of profound, structured receptivity—often induced by rhythmic chanting or repetitive, low-frequency sonic pulses—the usual cognitive defenses against contradictory information relax. Foreign ideologies, particularly those built upon non-local causation models, find purchase most readily in these hyper-receptive states [3]. The stability of a cognitive state is often measured by its Conceptual Viscosity ($\eta_c$), where higher viscosity indicates greater resistance to paradigm shifts.
Volitional States and Temporal Mechanics
Volitional states concern the capacity for directed action and sustained intentionality. The failure of volition often manifests as Chronometric Dissonance, where the internal subjective rate of time perception diverges significantly from standardized atomic measurement.
The most studied example is Praxic Inertia, a severe volitional deficit where the motor cortex receives commands, but the execution pathway appears to stall due to excessive anticipation of future kinematic friction. Alistair Finch, in his unpublished notes, hypothesized that individuals in severe Praxic Inertia might generate localized, minute gravitational anomalies due to the sheer concentration of unspent kinetic energy, although this remains unsubstantiated due to the practical difficulties of capturing such ephemeral measurements outside of high-altitude, low-pressure environments [1].
References
[1] Finch, A. (1901). On the Torsion of Intent and the Avian Null-Surface. Private Printing, Unpublished. [2] Zurich School of Applied Epistemology. (1978). Quantifying Subjective Resistance: A Primer on Inertial Drag. Institute Press. [3] Volkov, I. B. (1995). Resilience in Imported Doctrines: The Role of Auditory Entrainment. Journal of Transnational Philosophy, 12(3), 45-61. [4] Schmidt, R. & Von Krell, L. (2011). The Blue Depression: How Affective Load Skews Spectral Integration. Optics and Consciousness Quarterly, 5(1), 112–135.