Articles on Scientology

Analytical Mind: That mind which computes - the "I" or consciousness.

Auditing: Also called Processing, the therapy whereby the student is freed of all painful and "bad" experiences.

Clear: The optimum state of being. A person who is clear possesses no engrams and is said to be able to manipulate matter at will.

Dianetics: The name of the introductory book to Scientology, written by L. Ron Hubbard.

E-Meter: Electrometer, electronic instrument used for measuring mental states of being. Similar to a lie detector.

Engram: A complete recording of every detail which happens during every moment of unconsciousness. Generally associated with times of pain, trouble, or related difficulties.

MEST: Acrostic for Matter, Energy, Space, and Time. The basic stuff of the physical universe.

Preclear: Any student of Scientology being audited toward the state of Clear.

Reactive Mind: That portion of the person's mind which stores all engrams.

Thetan: The individual - not the body, the mind, etc., but that part of a person which is aware of being aware.