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The transcendent brain : spirituality in the age of science / by Lightman, Alan P.,1948-author.;
Includes bibliographical references."Modern science teaches us that anything can be explained in terms of atoms and forces, including the inner workings of the brain. But certain personal experiences can challenge the idea that there's nothing beyond inert matter. Communing with nature, working through a complex problem, or experiencing a piece of art, we sometimes feel a powerful sense of transcendence, of connecting with a cosmic unity that may seem unexplainable by science. But according to acclaimed physicist and novelist Alan Lightman, we can embrace these spiritual experiences without letting go of our scientific worldview. Lightman draws on a rich intellectual history to explore this fascinating intersection between religion and science. Philosopher Moses Mendelssohn's rational arguments for the soul foreground our thinking about non-materiality; Roman poet and philosopher Lucretius' ideas predict how strict materialism might explain elusive phenomena; Neuroscientist Christof Koch lays the foundation for the material basis of consciousness; and social psychologist Cynthia Frantz provides a scientific explanation of our deep connection to nature and things larger than ourselves. Lightman weaves these ideas together to argue for a concept he calls "spiritual materialism"-the view that while spiritual experiences may arise from atoms and molecules like everything else, the physical laws of the universe may not be able to fully capture the first-person experience of transcendence. Spirituality, in this sense, is not only compatible with a strictly scientific view, but remains at the core of what it means to be human"--
Subjects: Religion and science.; Spirituality.;
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The scientist and the psychic : a son's exploration of his mother's gift / by Smith, Christian,1969-author.;
"The captivating story of a neuroscientist's life with his famous psychic mother and his extraordinary investigation into the science of the paranormal. Christian Smith realized his mother was different in the autumn of 1977 when he was eight years old. Before then, he'd witnessed seances at home and the kids at school sometimes teased him about his mom being a witch--so he sensed that his life wasn't typical. But it wasn't until he was backstage at Massey Hall in Toronto, watching from behind a curtain as Geraldine commanded an audience of 2,000 with her extrasensory readings, that he understood she was special. An only child to a single parent, in subsequent years he would assume the role of the quiet observer, while Geraldine guided a live CBC broadcast of a seance; made startling and consistently accurate predictions; and eventually offered her services to the parents of murder victims in LA. Over time, the high profile and emotionally depleting work affected Geraldine's health and relationships--addiction took over her life, and her son pulled away. Fast forward to the present day: Christian is a molecular biologist at the Hospital for Sick Children, and Geraldine is retired and in poor health. They are closer than they've ever been, and now he gives us the story of her undeniable perceptual abilities and pioneering work as a psychic--and endeavours to make scientific sense of it. Weaving together the strands of a complicated mother-son relationship with research into the paranormal, The Scientist and the Psychic is a fascinating, one-of-a-kind true story of belief, skepticism and familial love."--
Subjects: Biographies.; Stringer, Geraldine.; Smith, Christian, 1969-; Parapsychology and science.; Science and spiritualism.; Mothers and sons; Psychics; Neuroscientists;
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Why we meditate : the science and practice of clarity and compassion / by Goleman, Daniel,author.; Tsoknyi Rinpoche,author.; Kane, Adam,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."WHY WE MEDITATE by Daniel Goleman, the New York Times-bestselling author of Emotional Intelligence and many other books, and Tsoknyi Rinpoche, an internationally recognized and beloved spiritual guide in the Tibetan Buddhist community, presents scientifically backed and time-proven Eastern meditation practices that offer an antidote to the forces of frenzy and stress that awash us"--
Subjects: Meditation.; Mind and body.; Mindfulness (Psychology);
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Team human / by Rushkoff, Douglas,author.;
Includes bibliographical references.
Subjects: Interpersonal relations.; Teams in the workplace.;
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Golden : the power of silence in a world of noise / by Zorn, Justin,author.; Marz, Leigh,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."From a mindfulness expert and a leadership coach, a book that looks at the science, psychology, philosophy, and spirituality of silence by giving new context to the noise all around us-physical and metaphorical-to change the way we hear and experience the world"--
Subjects: Noise.; Quietude.; Silence.;
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Being the change : live well and spark a climate revolution / by Kalmus, Peter.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Waking up -- Beyond green -- Global warming : the science -- Global warming : the outlook -- Growth always ends -- Our mindset -- Trailheads into the wilderness -- Like to bike -- Leaving fossil fuel -- Slow travel -- Meditation, a foundation of change -- Reconnecting with Mother Earth -- Opting out of a broken system -- Collective action -- Community -- Love."How a climate scientist and suburban father cut his climate impact down to one tenth the US average and became happier because of it. Being the Change merges science, spirituality, and practical knowledge to offer a deeply optimistic message: living without fossil fuels is not only possible, it can be better."--Provided by publisher.LSC
Subjects: Sustainable living.; Climatic changes;
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Build the life you want [text (large print)] : the art and science of getting happier / by Brooks, Arthur C.,1964-author.; Winfrey, Oprah,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey combine their decades of experience studying happiness from every angle to show readers how to improve their lives right now, instead of waiting for the outside world to change. They offer a research-based work plan that shows the reader how to manage their emotions so they no longer control their outlook and behavior; turn life's inevitable difficulties and challenges into opportunities for growth; strengthen their family ties by managing expectations and building trust; create and preserve deep and lasting friendships at any age; develop an approach to work that fits their life and brings satisfaction; and find inner peace with a spiritual practice"--
Subjects: Large print books.; Change (Psychology); Happiness.; Self-realization.;
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The wisdom principles : a handbook of timeless truths and timely wisdom / by Laszlo, Ervin,1932-author.;
Includes bibliographical references."In The Wisdom Principles, Dr. Ervin Laszlo, an authority in the fields of new science, consciousness, and spirituality, bridges the chasm between our understanding of science and the truths of spirituality, bringing an essential and timely message of wisdom to the world. Laszlo offers readers principles of empowerment that will guide the choices they make for years to come and will allow them to move confidently toward a better future. This book is the distillation of Laszlo's sixty plus years spent delving into the mysteries of science and a lifetime of keen spiritual insight. The nuggets of timely wisdom offered in The Wisdom Principles, and the timeless truths revealed on its pages, are a precious resource for wise thinking and living. As we stand at a crossroads of civilization there has never been a greater need for them than today. Deepak Chopra, Neale Donald Walsch, and Gregg Braden are among the renowned thought-leaders who lend their voices to Laszlo's work, framing the book and underscoring the power of its life-changing principles"--
Subjects: Conduct of life.; Religion and science.; Wisdom.;
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7 lessons from heaven : how dying taught me to live a joy-filled life / by Neal, Mary C.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references.
Subjects: Trust in God; Faith and reason; Heaven; Thought and thinking; Religion and science.; Near-death experiences;
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A two-spirit journey : the autobiography of a lesbian Ojibwa-Cree elder. by Chacaby, Ma-Nee.;
"A Two-Spirit Journey is Ma-Nee Chacaby's extraordinary account of her life as an Ojibwa-Cree lesbian. From her early, often harrowing memories of life and abuse in a remote Ojibwa community riven by poverty and alcoholism, Chacaby's story is one of enduring and ultimately overcoming the social, economic, and health legacies of colonialism. As a child, Chacaby learned spiritual and cultural traditions from her Cree grandmother and trapping, hunting, and bush survival skills from her Ojibwa stepfather. She also suffered physical and sexual abuse by different adults, and in her teen years became alcoholic herself. At twenty, Chacaby moved to Thunder Bay with her children to escape an abusive marriage. Abuse, compounded by racism, continued, but Chacaby found supports to help herself and others. Over the following decades, she achieved sobriety; trained and worked as an alcoholism counsellor; raised her children and fostered many others; learned to live with visual impairment; and came out as a lesbian. In 2013, Chacaby led the first gay pride parade in Thunder Bay. Ma-Nee Chacaby has emerged from hardship grounded in faith, compassion, humour, and resilience. Her memoir provides unprecedented insights into the challenges still faced by many Indigenous people."--Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / General; BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Native Americans; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Ethnic Studies / Native American Studies; SOCIAL SCIENCE / LGBTQ+ Studies / Lesbian Studies;
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