Faith Healing, Jean-Martin Charcot, and Neurology

A.J. Lees FRCP, FRCPEd, FMedsci on December 5, 2022 in Brainspotting

Should neurologists, particularly those involved in the management of functional neurological disorders, scientifically investigate spiritual healing?

Should neurologists, particularly those involved in the management of functional neurological disorders, scientifically investigate spiritual healing?

Multidimensional Self-Care

Dan Bates, LMHC, LPCC, NCC on December 5, 2022 in Mental Health Nerd

Self-care is not about the latest trends; it extends to every dimension of your life.

Self-care is not about the latest trends; it extends to every dimension of your life.

Looking at the World with New Eyes

Steve Taylor Ph.D. on December 4, 2022 in Out of the Darkness

A Personal Perspective: When our surroundings are familiar, we barely pay attention to them. But sometimes there is a shift, and we gain access to a more intense reality.

A Personal Perspective: When our surroundings are familiar, we barely pay attention to them. But sometimes there is a shift, and we gain access to a more intense reality.

When People Cannot Understand the Words of the Gods

Robert N. McCauley Ph.D. on December 2, 2022 in Why Religion Is Natural and Science Is Not

Many American Catholics find the Latin Mass, which proceeds with utterances that they do not understand, more reverential than a Mass in the vernacular.

Many American Catholics find the Latin Mass, which proceeds with utterances that they do not understand, more reverential than a Mass in the vernacular.

Adverse Childhood Experiences and Care for the Soul

Glenn R. Schiraldi Ph.D. on December 2, 2022 in Hidden Wounds

Strengthening the wounded soul can help to complete the recovery process.

Strengthening the wounded soul can help to complete the recovery process.

Giving Up the Hope of Future Reward Can Be Presently Rewarding

Maggie Rowe on December 1, 2022 in Bodhisattva Wannabe

A Personal Perspective: Hope for the future feels good, but it may be poisoning your present.

A Personal Perspective: Hope for the future feels good, but it may be poisoning your present.

Why It's Important to Distinguish Between Psychotic States

Sarah An Myers on December 1, 2022 in Living As An Outlier

Have you ever experienced a break from reality where people were quick to refer you to a doctor? Here's how you can tell when you don't need one.

Have you ever experienced a break from reality where people were quick to refer you to a doctor? Here's how you can tell when you don't need one.

The Psychological Benefits of Finding Your Cosmic Purpose

Bobby Azarian Ph.D. on December 1, 2022 in Mind In The Machine

The teleological stance is a science-based self-help system that turns your life into a game with a cosmic purpose. Taking this perspective infuses life with meaning and direction.

The teleological stance is a science-based self-help system that turns your life into a game with a cosmic purpose. Taking this perspective infuses life with meaning and direction.

The Emotional Life of Jesus

Andy Tix Ph.D. on November 30, 2022 in The Pursuit of Peace

Exploring the emotional life of Jesus reveals some clues about who he really was.

Exploring the emotional life of Jesus reveals some clues about who he really was.

Why We Love Holiday Rituals

Dimitris Xygalatas Ph.D. on November 24, 2022 in The Ritual Mind

Why do we love holiday rituals and traditions? A look at our psychology may reveal why they are so important to us.

Why do we love holiday rituals and traditions? A look at our psychology may reveal why they are so important to us.

Art and Well-Being

Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu Ed.D. on November 23, 2022 in Finding Meaning in Life’s Struggles

Experiencing beauty in nature, in viewing a painting, listening to music, or in seeing another's smile may increase feelings of connectedness, compassion, and critical thinking.

Experiencing beauty in nature, in viewing a painting, listening to music, or in seeing another's smile may increase feelings of connectedness, compassion, and critical thinking.

Is Social Media a New Religion?

S. Rufus on November 22, 2022 in Stuck

Personal Perspective: Suffused with secrets, symbols, rites, and deities, social media functions much as religions do.

Personal Perspective: Suffused with secrets, symbols, rites, and deities, social media functions much as religions do.

An Energizing Breathing Practice

Matt James Ph.D. on November 22, 2022 in Focus on Forgiveness

How many times have you said to yourself, "I wish I had more energy," or "I just don't have the energy to tackle that"? Here's something you can try.

How many times have you said to yourself, "I wish I had more energy," or "I just don't have the energy to tackle that"? Here's something you can try.

The Thanksgiving Recipe You Just Have to Try

Russell Siler Jones Th.D., LCMHCS on November 21, 2022 in Spirit in Session

Want to feel good this Thanksgiving? Take five minutes and follow this recipe for gratitude.

Want to feel good this Thanksgiving? Take five minutes and follow this recipe for gratitude.

Mother and Daughter Forgiveness: A Psycho-Spiritual Perspective

Radhule B. Weininger M.D., Ph.D. on November 21, 2022 in Heart Medicine for a Changing World

A Personal Perspective: How I forgave my mother for the painful mistakes she made in my childhood.

A Personal Perspective: How I forgave my mother for the painful mistakes she made in my childhood.

The Path of the Parent

Steve Taylor Ph.D. on November 20, 2022 in Out of the Darkness

Parenthood is often tiring and taxing, but it can be a path of personal development, helping us  to develop traits like mindfulness and altruism.

Parenthood is often tiring and taxing, but it can be a path of personal development, helping us  to develop traits like mindfulness and altruism.

What Does It Mean for a Person to Be a Blessing?

Ran D. Anbar M.D. on November 20, 2022 in Understanding Hypnosis

Through our actions we can bring happiness and prosperity to those around us.

Through our actions we can bring happiness and prosperity to those around us.

Mother Knows Best: Listening to Ayahuasca

Mark Matousek on November 18, 2022 in The Seekers Forum

The American ayahuascero Eli Rechtschaffen was taken to the jungles of Brazil at 17, and later initiated as Yaje medicine man. He says that we need the Mother now more than ever.

The American ayahuascero Eli Rechtschaffen was taken to the jungles of Brazil at 17, and later initiated as Yaje medicine man. He says that we need the Mother now more than ever.

Finding a Vision Within a Book

Ran D. Anbar M.D. on November 17, 2022 in Understanding Hypnosis

How can subconscious information strengthen self-confidence?

How can subconscious information strengthen self-confidence?

The Psychological Ghosts That Haunt Us

Mary-Joan Gerson Ph.D. on November 17, 2022 in How Life Changes

Ghosts have always been a feature of our culture, particularly at Halloween. Their frightening appearance illuminates our own unresolved attachment issues.

Ghosts have always been a feature of our culture, particularly at Halloween. Their frightening appearance illuminates our own unresolved attachment issues.

A Transition Orchestrated by the Subconscious

Ran D. Anbar M.D. on November 17, 2022 in Understanding Hypnosis

How can we better understand our own subconscious thoughts?

How can we better understand our own subconscious thoughts?

When the Subconscious Initiates Therapy

Ran D. Anbar M.D. on November 16, 2022 in Understanding Hypnosis

Sometimes, the subconscious orchestrates elaborate schemes to provide guidance.

Sometimes, the subconscious orchestrates elaborate schemes to provide guidance.

Charlottesville Psychiatrists Challenge Official Reality

Bernard D. Beitman M.D. on November 16, 2022 in Connecting with Coincidence

Near-death experiences, reincarnation, and meaningful coincidences research require the development of a new paradigm.

Near-death experiences, reincarnation, and meaningful coincidences research require the development of a new paradigm.

Why Religious Fundamentalism Can Inspire Hatred

Andy Tix Ph.D. on November 14, 2022 in The Pursuit of Peace

Underlying much of the worst of human history are religious motivations. However, there are ways for religions to draw from their sacred texts and traditions to nurture peace.

Underlying much of the worst of human history are religious motivations. However, there are ways for religions to draw from their sacred texts and traditions to nurture peace.

Is Plato's Pattern "Set Up in the Heavens" Also in Us?

Robert Atkinson Ph.D. on November 12, 2022 in Hope and the Consciousness Journey

Discover an inner pattern for living into wholeness.

Discover an inner pattern for living into wholeness.

Where Do Superstitions Come From?

Dimitris Xygalatas Ph.D. on November 10, 2022 in The Ritual Mind

Although superstitions may have no direct utility, research shows that they can have tangible psychological benefits.

Although superstitions may have no direct utility, research shows that they can have tangible psychological benefits.

What Is Spiritual Bypassing and Why Is It So Problematic?

Chris Prange-Morgan M.A., MSW on November 4, 2022 in Full Catastrophe Parenting

Looking for a "reason" for suffering? An explanation of "why?" Sometimes there are no answers. And that's okay.

Looking for a "reason" for suffering? An explanation of "why?" Sometimes there are no answers. And that's okay.

Do Physical Surroundings Influence Our Thoughts?

Kim Meidenbauer Ph.D. on November 3, 2022 in Environ-mentality

Want more positive thoughts? A walk through your local park might help.

Want more positive thoughts? A walk through your local park might help.

Beware the Popular Idea That You Know a Hidden Truth

Matthew Legge on November 3, 2022 in Are We Done Fighting?

A simple idea—that your side is awake to the secret way things are while everyone else sleepwalks—made its way across intense ideological divides.

A simple idea—that your side is awake to the secret way things are while everyone else sleepwalks—made its way across intense ideological divides.

Cultivating Happiness Through Purpose

Jessica Grossmeier Ph.D., MPH on November 2, 2022 in Nourished Journey

Research indicates that it’s natural for our sense of purpose to change over time, but it can be strengthened and contributes to happiness.

Research indicates that it’s natural for our sense of purpose to change over time, but it can be strengthened and contributes to happiness.