Sensing the Invisible with Spiritual Anthropologist Dr. Tanya Luhrmann
08/16/24 • 52 min
We invite you to explore the fascinating intersections of psychology, spirituality, and unlock the mysteries of the mind with our esteemed guest, Dr. Tanya Marie Luhrmann. A renowned psychological anthropologist and author, Dr. Luhrmann is celebrated for her groundbreaking research on how culture shapes our minds, particularly in relation to religious and spiritual experiences.
Join us as Dr. Luhrmann delves into the power of cognitive flexibility, the complexities of imagination, and the thin line between transcendent experiences and mental health. Whether you're curious about the role of paracosms in religious practices or how intense spiritual experiences can enrich live, this episode dives into the depths of the human psyche.
Hit play now to uncover eye-opening insights from one of the most fascinating minds studying how we think, believe, and experience the world
In this episode, we cover:
- Growing up surrounded by multiple faiths
- Exploration of modern-day practices and how these are connected
- Experience Over Belief and Path Working (using all inner senses)
- Religious Practices and Transformation: How religious practices—such as prayer, meditation, or yoga—can profoundly change individuals
- Patterns in Spiritual Experiences
- Ethical Considerations
- Cognitive Flexibility and Absorption Scale
- Trauma and Protective Mechanisms
- What are Paracosms and how does it work?
- Non-Dualist Practice
- The Nature of Intense Experiences
Helpful links:
- Tanya Marie Luhrmann - Author of How God Becomes Real: Kindling the Presence of Invisible Others. Citations on Google Scholar
- Witchcraft, Oracles and Magic Among the Azande by E.E. Evans-Pitchard
- Subscribe to the Museletter on Substack
- Find Rosebud Woman on Instagram as @rosebudwoman, Christine on Instagram as @christinemariemason
- Find Radiant Farms on Instagram @weareradiantfarms and on Facebook @RadiantFarmsLLC
- ORDER now DREAM: BLUE LOTUS GUMMIES, INTUITION AND DREAMING and EXPAND: BOBINSANA GUMMIES, ATTUNES AND GUIDES at Radiant Farms
- Check out these Free E-books
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We invite you to explore the fascinating intersections of psychology, spirituality, and unlock the mysteries of the mind with our esteemed guest, Dr. Tanya Marie Luhrmann. A renowned psychological anthropologist and author, Dr. Luhrmann is celebrated for her groundbreaking research on how culture shapes our minds, particularly in relation to religious and spiritual experiences.
Join us as Dr. Luhrmann delves into the power of cognitive flexibility, the complexities of imagination, and the thin line between transcendent experiences and mental health. Whether you're curious about the role of paracosms in religious practices or how intense spiritual experiences can enrich live, this episode dives into the depths of the human psyche.
Hit play now to uncover eye-opening insights from one of the most fascinating minds studying how we think, believe, and experience the world
In this episode, we cover:
- Growing up surrounded by multiple faiths
- Exploration of modern-day practices and how these are connected
- Experience Over Belief and Path Working (using all inner senses)
- Religious Practices and Transformation: How religious practices—such as prayer, meditation, or yoga—can profoundly change individuals
- Patterns in Spiritual Experiences
- Ethical Considerations
- Cognitive Flexibility and Absorption Scale
- Trauma and Protective Mechanisms
- What are Paracosms and how does it work?
- Non-Dualist Practice
- The Nature of Intense Experiences
Helpful links:
- Tanya Marie Luhrmann - Author of How God Becomes Real: Kindling the Presence of Invisible Others. Citations on Google Scholar
- Witchcraft, Oracles and Magic Among the Azande by E.E. Evans-Pitchard
- Subscribe to the Museletter on Substack
- Find Rosebud Woman on Instagram as @rosebudwoman, Christine on Instagram as @christinemariemason
- Find Radiant Farms on Instagram @weareradiantfarms and on Facebook @RadiantFarmsLLC
- ORDER now DREAM: BLUE LOTUS GUMMIES, INTUITION AND DREAMING and EXPAND: BOBINSANA GUMMIES, ATTUNES AND GUIDES at Radiant Farms
- Check out these Free E-books
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Helpful links:
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- JOIN the Recovery 2.0 Community
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Helpful links:
- Christopher “Hareesh” Wallis - Author of Near Enemies of the Truth: Avoid the Pitfalls of the Spiritual Life and Become Radically Free and Founder of Tantra Illuminated
- Follow @hareeshwallis on Instagram for updates
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