Dr Baland Jalal

In this discussion with Dr. Baland Jalal, a leading neuroscientist and expert on sleep paralysis from Harvard, fascinating insights emerge on the science of dreams and nightmares. They explore how the brain processes emotions during REM sleep and the potential connections between dreams and mystical experiences. Jalal also delves into the cultural narratives surrounding sleep paralysis, revealing how different societies perceive and cope with fear. Additionally, they touch on the rubber hand illusion and its implications for our understanding of embodiment and identity.