Neurosurgeon Dr. James R. Doty explores manifestation, heart vibrations vs. brain waves, changing beliefs, positivity's role, love vs. lack, synchronicities, and balancing attachment. He discusses overcoming limiting beliefs, placebo research influence, and morning rituals for manifestation.

Dr. James R. Doty, a Stanford neurosurgeon and neuroscientist, dives into the intriguing science of manifestation. He outlines six practical steps to manifesting intentions, debunking common myths related to the law of attraction. Doty discusses how connection and compassion can activate the parasympathetic nervous system to enhance manifestation. He emphasizes the difference between genuine desires and needs, and shares insights on embedding intentions into the subconscious mind. Listeners are encouraged to shift focus from individual success to collective impact for true fulfillment.

Neurosurgeon Dr. James R. Doty discusses manifestation, neuroscience, and compassion. He shares his journey from adversity to success, emphasizing self-love and the power of the mind. Topics include visualization, distinguishing desires from needs, and the connection between science and spirituality.

Dr. Caroline Leaf discusses with Stanford neurosurgeon James R. Doty about the power of kindness, manifestation, and compassion. They explore transforming chaos into compassion, challenging material success narratives, and finding fulfillment. Doty shares insights on personal growth, mastering manifestation, and the importance of mental health resources.

Sam Harris speaks with James R. Doty about his memoir “Into the Magic Shop.” They discuss the significance of childhood stress, the possibility of changing one’s core beliefs about oneself, the relationship between surgeons and their patients, the nature of compassion, the Dalai Lama, the relationship between wealth and empathy, the worsening problem of social inequality, the physiology of compassion, the broken healthcare system in the U.S., and other topics. If the Making Sense podcast logo in your player is BLACK, you can SUBSCRIBE to gain access to all full-length episodes at samharris.org/subscribe.