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In The Early Sessions Book 1, Seth offers a multidimensional exposition of the concept of "energy," revealing the deep relationships between energy and existence, fragments of consciousness, and camouflage reality. First, Seth points out that he himself exists as energy. He mentions that he exists electronically, and sometimes chemically, and is able to alter the arrangement and structure of his own composition ^[1]. Seth breaks the traditional notion that the "soul" is formless and imageless, pointing out that if he can be regarded as a soul, then "all energy must be soul" ^[1]. Energy or soul is not without structure; it also possesses structure and form, but under ordinary circumstances humans cannot "see" it with the outer senses, though they can directly experience its structure through the inner senses ^[1]. Second, regarding the acquisition and expenditure of energy, Seth indicates that he has unlimited energy at his disposal, but humans likewise possess this unlimited energy ^[1]. The main difference between the two is that Seth, because he possesses and applies more knowledge, is more capable of calling upon this energy ^[1]. In addition, the use of energy is also manifested in cross-dimensional communication. Seth reveals that although in a sense his meetings with Jane and Rob expend very little of his energy, the communicative effort required to convey explanations does demand very real effort from him, and in these communications, "feeling" plays a strong role, and feeling itself is action ^[2]. Finally, the ability to use energy is the key factor determining the intensity of personality fragments and the construction of camouflage reality. Seth clarifies that the intensity of any personality fragment depends to a large extent on its ability to use energy and gather it into a field as a unit, and this ability is also a limiting factor ^[3]. On the physical plane where humans reside, this ability to organize energy is a powerful force used to construct specific elements, atoms, neurons, and so on into "camouflage patterns" ^[3]. On different planes, life uses energy in different ways: on some planes the camouflage patterns are much simpler; on some planes there reside personalities too weak or limited in their ability to use energy; and on still other planes there reside personalities very powerful in their ability to use energy, but who no longer need to use it to construct camouflage patterns ^[4]. In summary, in The Early Sessions Book 1, energy is not only the essential form of life's existence (equated with the soul), but also the organizing force that constructs physical camouflage. The individual's ability to manipulate and gather energy directly determines their intensity and form of expression on different planes of existence.

In The Early Sessions Book 2, Seth offers a deep and multidimensional exposition of the concept of "energy." Energy is not only the active dynamism constituting all material and nonmaterial realities, but also possesses consciousness, infinity, and a self-renewing essence. The following are the book's core discussions of the concept of energy:

1. The essential attributes of energy: infinity, self-renewal, and consciousness

1. Non-closure and infinite self-renewal: Seth clearly states that no system is closed, and that closed systems are only an illusion caused by the limitations of humanity's outer senses [chunk:4539, 4540]. Therefore, there is no so-called "energy decrease" or true "entropy" [chunk:4542, 4551]. Energy is in essence complete and constantly self-renewing, and it "flourishes with use" [chunk:4268, 4303, 4540].
2. Consciousness and individualization: All energy passing through our plane is individualized, and all energy contains consciousness to varying degrees ^[1]. Matter is produced by pulsations of energy, and these pulsations form specific formal patterns according to the consciousness contained within the energy itself ^[2].
3. Fluidity and formlessness: Form is not a characteristic of energy. Form imposed upon energy cannot endure, but the consciousness behind the imposed form can endure ^[3]. Energy fills patterns from within like a "cosmic wind," and does not diminish as it passes through different fields [chunk:4282, 4290]. The expansion of the individual self initially involves a slight expansion of bodily tissue, manifested as a small but definite enlargement of tissue brought about by the deep pulsations of cells and molecules ^[4].

2. Humanity's use and transformation of energy

1. Drawing upon external energy sources: Seth points out that the energy used by humans in specific attempts (such as the state during sessions) need not be their own; they are and can learn to automatically draw upon other "energy reservoirs" [chunk:4102, 4268, 4294]. By changing the focus of attention, people can, as Jane did during sessions, efficiently utilize these ordinarily inaccessible energies in daily activities, thereby eliminating fatigue ^[5].
2. The limiting of energy by thoughts and beliefs: The limiting belief in the subconscious that "energy is gone once used up" will cause the psyche to refuse to transform available energy into physical form [chunk:4267, 4268]. On the contrary, as long as one knows how to "ask," energy is available at any time ^[6]. In addition, fear hinders the full use of energy ^[7]. In psychological crisis, the ego may find it increasingly difficult to retain energy within the form of personal identity, or to use energy for the ego's purposes ^[8].
3. The energetic nature of thoughts and concepts: Thoughts and concepts are themselves composed of definite energy [chunk:4548, 4549]. The process of conceiving, manipulating, and transforming thoughts actually adds extra available energy to the individual's psychological and physical structures [chunk:4552, 4553].
4. The outward radiation of energy and the construction of the universe: The ego is limited only by the energy field it can control ^[9]. Thoughts, dreams, and intentions, as "quality-energy," continuously jet outward from the core of the self, penetrating physical matter, and individuals also use this available energy to continuously assist in constructing the physical universe ^[9].

3. Distinct aspects and terms of energy

1. Nervous energy: Seth defines so-called "nervous energy" as the amount of energy present within the physical organism at any particular point in time [chunk:4267, 4268].
2. Energy envelopes: Seth uses "energy envelopes" to describe all realities, holding that continuously conceiving and transforming thoughts can increase the individual's available energy ^[10].
3. Minimum thrust value: This is the minimum expansion or psychological expectation required to transform energy from a purely psychological state into a physical state. If a psychological energy unit falls below this value, it cannot be perceived or constructed on the physical level, which also explains the phenomenon scientists mistakenly regard as energy decrease (entropy) [chunk:4551, 4552].
4. The gender and natural expression of emotional energy: The release and use of emotional energy differ between men and women, and the ways both excrete and use it are crucial for maintaining physical and mental balance as well as the balance of nature ^[11]. When energy is blocked in one direction, it will choose another direction ^[12]. For example, when population growth prevents energy from being naturally excreted into the field of non-identity molecules, the emotional aggressiveness brought about by repression will alter the climate ^[12].
5. The role of rapport: When two people are in a harmonious relationship, they are able to draw upon immeasurably more constructive energy than usual ^[13].

In The Early Sessions Book 3, Seth offers a deep and multidimensional exposition of the concept of "energy," revealing its psychological attributes, transformation mechanisms, and conservation laws as the foundation of all existence: [1. The essence of energy: self-conscious "mental energy"] Seth clearly states, "All energy is what you would call mental energy" ^[1]. Energy is not a cold, inorganic physical existence, but is naturally endowed with individuality and self-consciousness. Seth emphasizes, "There is no unindividualized energy, nor is any energy to some degree unaware of itself" ^[2]. This individualized and perceptive energy constitutes the foundation of all camouflage structures ^[3]. [2. An inherent attribute of energy: "capsule comprehension"] Energy in its pure state possesses a highly distinctive attribute, namely "capsule comprehension," which refers to energy's inherent understanding of itself and its mode of operation ^[4]. This understanding is part of the fiber or structure of energy, inseparable from energy itself ^[5]. It exists in all individual units of consciousness in a highly condensed "capsule" form, representing the smallest unit of consciousness capable of constructing a mental enclosure (the ego) ^[6]. [3. The transformation, camouflage, and mental enclosures of energy] The material world is only the "camouflage" of energy, that is, the outward manifestation of energy, shaped by inner energy, and within inner energy there always exists a surplus struggling to express itself ^[7]. The transformation of energy depends on "mental enclosures" ^[8]. Such enclosures permit a psychological time delay, allowing the ever-surging energy to be temporarily retained within them and transformed into matter or other forms (such as dreams) ^[9]. At the same time, in the process of producing these camouflage forms, inner energy itself is also transformed, influenced, and enriched ^[10]. [4. The conservation, self-regeneration, and value fulfillment of energy] All things are composed of energy, and energy is never withdrawn, destroyed, or lost, nor is any energy meaningless ^[11]. Energy only continually changes its form, undergoing contraction and expansion ^[12]. Once energy manifests in a certain way, its individual quality cannot be destroyed, and it will follow the characteristics of its manifestation into the law of "value fulfillment" ^[13]. In addition, energy possesses a powerful capacity for self-regeneration and recharging ^[14]. The "fragments" of energy possess all the potentials of the parent energy, and therefore they are also constantly creating new energy ^[1]. [5. The flow of energy across universes] Energy circulates among different universal systems. Energy that appears to be lost or dissipated in the physical universe actually permeates the dream universe, where it is transformed and regenerated, and then flows into the negative matter universe. This cross-domain flow in turn guarantees the existence of the physical universe itself ^[15]. [6. The practical application of energy and interpersonal interaction] In individual practice, unreleased "aggressive energy" can be utilized in constructive ways (such as walking) ^[16]. Through subconscious guidance and changes in habits, more practical utilization and channeling of energy can be achieved ^[17]. In addition, on the interpersonal or psychological level, there is also transmission and exchange of energy between individuals (such as providing constructive support in illness or crisis) ^[18].