Leçon 1
Purpose and Belonging
This session is an introduction to the course material. We look at research into perspectives and explore the characteristics of purpose and belonging through a continuum of joy to despair. Examples from research and college student experiences help listeners evaluate their own values. This introduction includes a thought experiment.
Leçon 2
Perception and Stress Part 1
Understanding the foundations of perception through a brief review of nervous system functions. Following a deeper look at how we percieve our environment, we experience a practical exercise to help reduce stress immediately. One extraordinary case study is reviewed.
Leçon 3
Perception and Stress Part 2
Understanding the foundations of neurophysiology towards perception and experience through two case studies of prison inmates. Extending our review of nervous system function as it relates to perception, we look at how environment, epigenetics, and behaviour influence our experience.
Leçon 4
Placebo and suggestibility Part 1
Research from Irving Kirsch on placebo, as well as other case studies highlight the power of expectation in our lives. Further evidence is provided to show that our belief and expectation influence our lives in ways that seem beyond the scope of normal experience.
Leçon 5
Placebo and Suggestibility Part 2
Additional research from CBC, McGill University, and Dr. John Sarno highlight the potential for our systems to modulate bodily function. There is also an opportunity to participate in an experiment that tests suggestibility.
Leçon 6
Gratitude and Attitude Part 1
Here we explore the benefits of gratitude and learn of college student experiences. In additon, listeners are invited to evaluate their own feelings while listening to authentic expressions of gratitude.
Leçon 7
Gratitude and Attitude Part 2
More evidence-based research (empirical and anecdotal) on gratitude and the benefits of this experience. Introduction to breath work.
Leçon 8
Approaches to breath work, Circadian rhythms and sleep
There are combined themes in this episode, including Wim Hof, Stan Grof, and the Stoics. In addition, we look more deeply into Circadian rhythms and their influence on our well being. Specifically, the incalculable value of sleep.
Leçon 9
Nature's effects on your life
This episode looks at the value of being in nature and references research that supports and recommends that we spend time in nature. Illustrations where shifting perspective can bring changes in our relationship to nature are explored.
Leçon 10
Recap and release
A brief recap of some of the issues discussed in the course, as well as a powerful, but little known, Ericksonian meditation called the Ultradian Healing Response Protocol. Listeners will know how and when to use it.
