Breakthrough cognitive research plus a recent survey reveal a new bridge between the secular and the sacred: the emotion of awe. Nearly everyone experiences it.
Wellbeing
Prestigious study: Oneness of universe may be real, not illusion
The sense that we are separate from the world may be an illusion upheld by the brain, while the sense of oneness attained when using psychedelics may be “a glimpse of a bigger picture”, say researchers behind a Nature study.
Documentary about life’s basic force to be shown worldwide
Braden, Dispenza, Lipton are among the scientists appearing in the documentary film, now being screened internationally.
NYT Magazine deep-dives on terminal lucidity
The dementia phenomenon gets serious and fair treatment in press.
Death anxiety could be lifted by NDE evidence of survival past physical death
Terminal patients could benefit from knowing the evidence for survival beyond physical death.
Science close to accepting placebo as healing
Leading researchers conclude the placebo response is real and important, and are pivoting to understand and “harness” the underlying mind-body connection.
Prestigious medical school incorporates spirituality
A new program at the Yale School of Medicine spans spirituality and mental health. “We want to train students to think fluidly across boundaries,” says one of the founders.
New study confirms ancient method of altering consciousness
A new study claims to have reproduced an ancient human strategy to alter consciousness: drumming at theta frequency. The findings could lead to applications in cognitive neuroscience and therapy, say researchers.
Spirituality helps prevent addiction, improve mental health
A Harvard study reveals that those with a spiritual practice are less likely to misuse alcohol, tobacco, and drugs.
Meditation is important preparation for taking psychedelics, research shows
Not having the mindset conducive for a positive result increases the risk for bad trips.
