This model is looking at something separate from the "Cognition" or "Values" facet of Spiral Dynamics. This model is isolating, and looking in-depth at just your intention when communicating not what you communicate.   As Insecurity goes up, the intention to express SELF or OTHER becomes unhealthy. As Intensity goes up the need to Express SELF or OTHER becomes stronger. The Intentions Of Communication: ONE: SELF/OTHER in an unhealthy manner. Low-Intensity expression of SELF:  Belittle. High-Intensity expression of SELF: Dominate. TWO: OTHER/SELF in an unhealthy manner. Low-Intensity expression of OTHER:  Not confront. High-Intensity expression of OTHER: Conform. THREE: SELF/OTHER in a healthy manner. Low-Intensity expression of SELF:  Present OTHER as wrong/flawed/inappropriate. High-Intensity expression of SELF: Present SELF as right/perfect/appropriate. FOUR: OTHER/SELF in a healthy manner. Low-Intensity expression of OTHER:  Appreciate. Mid-Intensity expression of OTHER:  Connect and bond. High-Intensity expression of OTHER: Revere or esteem. FIVE:  Intention: To better understand, clarify, or inform without regard to the role one plays in their environment. This intention is empty of the expression of SELF or OTHER.    Additional Clarifications: Combined intentionalities do exist frequently and this model acknowledges them. Your intentions of communication are separate from your Spiral Dynamics stage. Alternation between different intentions of communication is not only possible but happens all the time. (You aren't locked into one intention of communication)   The purpose of this thread is to present the model. I ask of you that you post only relevant and illuminating questions or remarks. I want to keep this thread organized and clean.