The Dalai Lama – Choosing Love Toward Our Enemies with Robert Thurman, Ph.D.
“Strong force” is a term used in physics to describe the force that holds particles together in the atomic nucleus and the force that holds quarks together in elementary particles. As the name implies, this is the strongest force known in nature. Scientists know it exists but not how it works. Thurman…
The Choice Point for Humanity in “The Age of Surprises” with Deirdre Hade & William Arntz
A physicist and a mystic make an unusual team, combining their wisdom and experience to encourage us at this time of “choice point” for humanity. As a scientist, Arntz shares: “[T]here are data points of non-physical reality happening that scientists don’t listen to. I tried to be a real scientist and…
Humanity Moving From Adolescence To Maturity with Anodea Judith, Ph.D.
Anodea Judith takes us through three epochs of humanity, describing them as the “static feminine, dynamic masculine, and static masculine.” She describes both the positive and negative traits of each era. This dialogue moves through the history of human development into our present crisis and potential transformation. She says we…
Coping With The Emotional Residue Of A Life-Threatening Illness with Cheryl Krauter
There are many stages one goes through when facing a life-threatening illness. First is the initial diagnosis when decisions are being made regarding treatment. Then there is the treatment stage: depending on the course of treatment, this stage can be quite brutal. These stages are followed by the post-treatment stage…
The Healing Powers Of Cats And Dogs with Carlyn Montes De Oca
Montes De Oca describes how she became guardian of many rescue animals. She uses the term “guardian” instead of the more common term “pet owner” because, “We are here together and I think of guardianship in terms of our environment, in terms of our world. I think it’s a healthier place…
Rewiring Our Brain’s Pain Pathways with David Hanscom, M.D.
Hanscom describes two sources of pain: “The source of pain can be non-structural, which is inflammation of tendons and ligaments. Probably 90% of pain in the body has to do with the size of the blood vessels, inflammation, etcetera, but you can’t see it on a test. So we call that…
Principled Design Based On The Laws Of Nature with William McDonough
What is meant by the idea of “Cradle to Cradle?” What is the difference between technonutrients and bionutrients and how can we safely recycle both? How can we turn sewage treatment plants into nutrient management plants? What is happening in China? McDonough says, “Things are designed to either go back to…
Conscious Eldering with Ron Pevny
Pevny points out that in order to become truly wise and vibrant elders we must actively participate in our ongoing growth and transformation. It is never too late to experience an ever unfolding, meaningful fulfillment of our potential no matter how old we are. He says, “Many people think that…
Taking Charge Of The Story Of Our Health with Carl Greer, Ph.D.
What if despite aging, injuries, health conditions and illnesses you could not only return to a state of health you enjoyed previously but even improve on it? Greer explores feelings and thoughts, both conscious and unconscious, that are intertwined and can influence your physical health. He encourages us to explore…
Conversations At The Threshold Of Death with Lisa Smartt
Being with a person who is close to death may be difficult and confusing. Oftentimes it is mystifying to discern what they are talking about because their speech pattern can sound nonsensical. Lisa Smartt has done extensive research regarding the words spoken by many at this threshold and she advises…