The Psychology Podcast Lisa Miller || The Awakened Brain
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Apr 21, 2022 
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Lisa Miller, the founder of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, delves into the science of spirituality. She reveals that humans have an inherent capacity for spiritual connection, which can enhance resilience and creativity. The conversation bridges personal narratives with research, showcasing how spirituality and science complement each other. Topics include the neuroprotective benefits of spirituality, its relation to mental health, and the transformative potential of spiritual experiences. Mindfulness and existential questions round out this fascinating exploration.
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Personal Devotion and Depression
- Personal devotion, a sense of connection to a higher power, is linked to lower depression.
- This capacity is partly heritable and shaped by environment, highlighting spiritual formation’s role.
Openness to Experience
- Spiritual capacity is independent of personality, except for openness to experience.
- Openness is key to transcendent and awakened awareness, according to Lisa Miller.
Yale Existential Crisis
- Lisa Miller describes her experience at Yale with an existential crisis.
- This led her to seek meaning in life through various academic disciplines.
