Andrew Newberg Returns (on Sex, God, and the Brain)
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
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Exploring the Nexus of Sexuality and Spirituality
This chapter examines a study that investigates the relationship between sexual and spiritual experiences through partnered practices, highlighting significant brain activity associated with connection and empathy. It delves into the darker implications of intertwining sexuality with religion, discussing the moral neutrality of rituals and how beliefs can foster both healing and division. The conversation further explores the dynamics of forgiveness, revenge, and the influence of social hierarchies on spiritual beliefs, emphasizing the complexities of human behavior in these domains.
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