Exploring Framework 2: Understanding the Inner Workings of Reality

Learn how Framework 2 shapes your reality and learn ways to influence your experiences from behind the scenes.

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Framework 2, as described in Seth’s teachings, is the inner layer of reality where the events and experiences of your daily life begin. While you live in what Seth calls Framework 1—your ordinary, everyday world—you are also connected to Framework 2, a deeper mental space that shapes your physical reality from behind the scenes.

A translucent human figure meditating surrounded by glowing geometric shapes, energy flows, and cosmic patterns representing the layers and interconnectedness of reality.

This concept suggests that your thoughts, beliefs, and intentions in Framework 2 help create what you see and feel in your life. Understanding this inner framework can give you insight into how reality forms and how you might influence your own experiences. By exploring what happens in Framework 2, you open up new ways to understand yourself and your place in the world.

Understanding Framework 2

Framework 2 is a central idea in Seth’s teachings, especially as described in the Seth Material and Seth books by Jane Roberts. It describes the underlying non-physical reality that influences what you experience in daily life and how you create your reality.

Definition and Core Principles

Framework 2 refers to a deeper, invisible layer of reality that is not seen with your physical senses. Seth describes this as the place where thoughts, beliefs, and intentions exist before they become real in your everyday experiences.

In Seth’s teachings, Framework 2 is not a location but a process, or “medium,” where the non-physical aspects of your mind work. It connects you with others and with events before they ever happen.

Key points:

  • Exists “behind” physical reality
  • Not limited by time or space
  • Houses all possibilities and choices

In Framework 2, inner senses are more important than physical senses. You use these to connect with your own deeper knowledge and to interact on a different level than what you can see or touch.

Framework 2 Versus Framework 1

Framework 1 is the world you see and touch every day—your normal, physical reality. In contrast, Framework 2 is where inner events begin before they show up in your physical world.

While Framework 1 is governed by time, space, and physical laws, Framework 2 is not. Events in Framework 2 can relate to the past, present, or future, and can connect with other people’s experiences.

Framework 1Framework 2
NaturePhysical worldPsychological reality
RulesTime, space, lawsFlexible, timeless
AccessFive sensesInner senses

You influence Framework 1 through your actions, but you influence Framework 2 with your thoughts and beliefs. Both work together, but Framework 2 is where change starts.

Role in Reality Creation

According to Seth Speaks and other Seth Material, you help create your own reality by interacting with Framework 2. Your thoughts, feelings, and intentions begin shaping reality in this inner realm before you see any results in daily life.

Beliefs and expectations are seeds in Framework 2. They grow into real-life experiences, which then appear in Framework 1. If you want to change your reality, you start by changing these inner elements.

This process is not always fast. Sometimes, it takes time for new beliefs or desires to move from Framework 2 into your regular, physical world. You always have a part in the creation, simply by focusing your attention and intention. This is a central idea across Jane Roberts’ Seth books.

The Mechanics of Reality: Consciousness and Beliefs

Your consciousness is not a passive observer in Seth’s teachings. Instead, it acts as an active force, forming both the events and conditions you experience based on your beliefs and intentions.

How Consciousness Shapes Experience

According to Seth, your consciousness works like a creative engine. It takes your inner thoughts, beliefs, and emotions and shapes them into daily events. What you focus on mentally becomes more noticeable and influential in your life.

Physical reality, then, is not separate from you. Instead, it is constantly being formed by your inner awareness and attention. When you become aware of this process, you gain the power to influence what happens. Self-awareness lets you notice patterns in what you attract into your experiences.

This means your perspective is crucial. What you expect and pay attention to shapes what you actually experience. Consciousness and reality are closely connected.

The Power of Beliefs and Intents

Seth’s teachings highlight that your beliefs are powerful because they shape what you view as possible or impossible. These beliefs act as filters, deciding how you see the world and respond to it. If you expect good things, you are more likely to notice opportunities and positive outcomes.

Intents focus your energy and attention. They act like blueprints for future experiences. By setting a clear intent, you send a message to your consciousness about what you want to experience.

Simple daily practices can help you direct your beliefs and intents:

PracticeBenefit
AffirmationsReinforces positive beliefs
VisualizationClarifies your intentions
MindfulnessIncreases self-awareness

Limiting Beliefs and Their Effects

Limiting beliefs are ideas that hold you back. These are often learned in childhood or through negative experiences. For example, believing “I’m not good enough” may cause you to miss chances or avoid new challenges.

You may not always realize when a limiting belief is affecting you because it can feel like a fact rather than just an opinion. These beliefs act like mental barriers and can influence your choices, emotions, and even your physical well-being.

Recognizing and questioning limiting beliefs can help you see where they came from. By doing this, you create space for new, more helpful beliefs. Becoming aware of these patterns is a first step toward real change.

Manifestation and Reality Creation in Framework 2

In Seth’s teachings, Framework 2 is described as a hidden, inner layer of reality. This area is where your thoughts, desires, and beliefs begin to take shape, leading to what you later see and experience in the physical world.

Principles of Manifestation

Framework 2 operates on natural laws that differ from those you know in daily life. Here, your beliefs, emotions, and expectations hold real creative power. Seth explains that nothing appears in your reality by chance. Every event, meeting, or goal starts in this unseen area, shaped by what you believe and expect.

You use these principles every day, often without realizing it. For example, when you expect things to go well, you set the groundwork in Framework 2 for positive outcomes. The quality and nature of your thoughts act as instructions or blueprints that Framework 2 uses to build your personal experiences.

Key point: You are not a passive observer in this process. You are always sending instructions to Framework 2 through what you most strongly feel and believe.

Imagination and Desires

Imagination is a key tool for working within Framework 2. According to Seth, your daydreams, wishes, and strong desires serve as signals, letting this inner reality know what you want to experience. When you use your imagination, you are giving shape and energy to your desires.

Strong emotions attached to your desires make them more likely to be carried forward into your reality. For instance, picturing yourself succeeding at a goal, and feeling good about it, provides clear guidance to Framework 2.

A simple list of ways to use imagination in this process:

  • Visualize goals in detail.
  • Feel the emotions that go with your desired outcome.
  • Spend a few minutes each day dreaming about your ideal situations.

Personal Reality Creation

Seth’s core message is that you create your own reality through the choices and beliefs working in Framework 2. This doesn’t mean you control every detail, but you do influence the main themes of your life. By choosing what you focus on, you give Framework 2 a template to follow.

You can change your outer world by adjusting your inner thoughts, expectations, and beliefs. Small shifts in belief, such as trusting that good things are possible, will result in new experiences over time.

Monitoring your most frequent thoughts and beliefs can help you understand what you are creating, allowing you to choose what you wish to experience more consciously.

Transformation and Healing Through Inner Change

Transformation happens by working with your inner thoughts and beliefs instead of just changing outer circumstances. When you pay attention to your inner world, you unlock self-awareness and personal healing.

Introspection and Self-Discovery

Introspection means looking honestly at your thoughts, emotions, and habits. This process helps you notice patterns you might not see otherwise. In Seth’s teachings, this is key because your inner state shapes how you experience reality.

By spending time in reflection, such as through journaling or quiet meditation, you begin to see how your beliefs and feelings affect your life. You may realize that certain reactions or thoughts keep repeating.

When you become aware of these internal habits, you gain more control over your responses. This allows you to make thoughtful choices rather than reacting automatically. Self-discovery is an ongoing process; each new insight adds to your ability to handle challenges.

Below are some ways to begin self-discovery:

  • Write regularly in a journal.
  • Ask yourself honest questions about your feelings.
  • Spend quiet time each day noticing your inner thoughts.

Overcoming Limiting Patterns

Limiting beliefs are thoughts that keep you from reaching your full potential. Examples include thinking “I can’t do this” or “I don’t deserve success.” According to Seth, such beliefs often go unnoticed but have real effects on your life.

By paying attention to your inner dialogue, you can see which patterns are holding you back. Once you spot these beliefs, you can begin to question and change them. This is not always easy, but it does get easier with practice.

Challenging old beliefs involves replacing them with ones that support your growth. The process can include:

  • Identifying areas where you feel stuck.
  • Noticing the words you use about yourself.
  • Trying out new, more positive ways of thinking.

Changing these patterns can lead to new opportunities and a greater sense of control.

Personal Growth and Healing

Working on your inner world often brings personal growth and healing. When you heal emotional wounds or let go of negative beliefs, you create space for positive change.

Growth might look like responding to stress differently or taking actions that used to feel impossible. Real healing is not just about feeling better for a day—it means lasting change in how you see yourself and your experiences.

These changes ripple outward, improving both your mental and physical well-being. In Seth’s view, inner transformation is the first step toward lasting improvement in all areas of life. Here are some practical benefits:

  • Increased self-confidence
  • Healthier relationships
  • Greater resilience in life’s challenges

As you focus on your internal state, you set the stage for real and meaningful transformation.

Multidimensional Reality and Metaphysical Insights

Seth’s teachings describe reality as layered and multidimensional. Your everyday experiences take place within one level, while deeper patterns and purposes exist beneath the surface, shaping your world and choices.

Multidimensionality of the Self

You are more than just your physical body and daily personality. Seth teaches that your true nature spans multiple dimensions, not limited to the world you see. Your consciousness can operate in ways you might not notice, influencing dreams, intuition, and sudden insights.

Each person has a “greater self” that exists beyond time and space. According to Seth, this inner self works within what’s called “Framework 2,” a deeper level of reality that connects you to other lives and possibilities. Your thoughts and beliefs travel through this deeper layer, shaping both your current self and other versions of you in different realities.

This means you are never completely alone in your experiences. Parts of you exist and act in other non-physical dimensions, contributing to your personal growth and decisions in your current life.

Probable Realities and Mass Events

Seth explains that every choice creates new possibilities. For every decision, there are probable realities—alternate paths your life could have taken. Each of these realities exists alongside the one you’re aware of, with other versions of yourself living out different experiences.

Mass events, such as major historical moments or cultural trends, also follow this rule. These events are shaped by the combined beliefs and choices of many people. According to Seth, they do not happen by accident but come from shared thoughts and expectations in “Framework 2.”

You influence which reality becomes real for you through your beliefs, emotions, and focus. This power applies to personal matters and to larger events involving entire groups of people.

Value Fulfillment and the Purpose of Existence

Value fulfillment is a central concept in Seth’s metaphysical ideas. It means every living thing has its own unique purpose, strengths, and contributions. Your life’s main goal is to express and develop your potential in a way that adds value to yourself and the world.

Seth suggests that this drive goes beyond simple survival or success. Fulfilling your values brings meaning and creates connections with others in both visible and hidden ways. Every experience and challenge is seen as a chance to learn and grow toward greater meaning.

You are encouraged to explore your interests and abilities deeply, as this helps you and also benefits the wider network of reality. Through value fulfillment, life in all its forms seeks creativity, understanding, and purposeful expression.

Dreams, Sleep, and Inner Reality

Dreams and sleep play an important part in Seth’s teachings on reality. You experience different levels of consciousness that link your everyday world with deeper inner layers.

Accessing Framework 2 Through Dreams

According to Seth, when you dream, your mind enters Framework 2—a level of reality beneath everyday life. This inner world is where your thoughts, feelings, and desires take shape before they appear in your normal experience. You often meet problems, get creative ideas, or explore possibilities during sleep.

Dreams serve as a bridge to your inner reality. In this state, information flows more freely and isn’t limited by physical laws. For example:

Framework 1Framework 2
Physical realityInner reality
Limited by time and spaceTimeless, creative, and flexible
Direct experiencesRoot sources of experiences and ideas

Seth suggests you can use your dreams to guide decisions, solve challenges, and find purpose if you pay close attention.

The Role of Sleep and Altered States

Sleep is not just for rest. During this time, your consciousness becomes active in Framework 2. You process daily events, sort out emotions, and sometimes gain insight about your life. Sleep lets your mind reorganize and reconnect with knowledge that isn’t always clear when you’re awake.

Altered states, like daydreams or meditation, act in a similar way. These states help you step back from daily concerns and connect with inner resources. In Framework 2, these altered states allow you to explore possibilities, heal, and bring new ideas into your waking life. Seth’s teachings encourage you to value these quiet inner moments as real sources of guidance and self-discovery.

Prague, June 2025

All images are artificial generated by Dirk Bosman and licensed under Creative Commons BY-NC 4.0

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