Sideways
Sideways: Series eleven - coming soon…
Jan 10, 2025
Dive into compelling tales of near-death experiences and how the mind responds during trauma. Uncover the unsettling truth behind a seemingly welcoming yoga school that hides abuse and exploitation. Explore the ethics of using AI to simulate conversations with the deceased, prompting deep reflection on life and death. This collection of stories challenges perceptions and encourages listeners to view decay as a pathway to rebirth, sparking thought-provoking discussions on contemporary issues.
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- Renu Arora's near-death experience reveals the brain's ability to experience profound peace and joy in extreme crisis situations.
- Miranda's harrowing journey in the wellness community uncovers the hidden exploitative practices that can arise from seemingly positive environments.
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Renu Arora's Near-Death Experience
Renu Arora recounts a traumatic moment when she was struck by a bus, leading to a near-death experience that transformed her perspective on life. In that critical moment, instead of fear, she experienced a profound sense of peace and joy, as if she had detached from her body and was floating above the scene. This state of bliss allowed her to feel a unique love unlike anything she had encountered before, emphasizing the brain's remarkable capacity to cope with extreme trauma. Her story illustrates how moments of crisis can trigger extraordinary psychological responses, changing one's understanding of existence and reality.
