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On today’s episode of The Oxford Comment, we focused on human consciousness and how studying the neurological basis for human cognition can lead not only to better health but a better understanding of human culture, language, and society as well.

We are joined today by Dr. John Parrington, author of the newly published book Mind Shift: How Culture Transformed the Human Brain, and Professor Anil Seth, Editor-in-Chief of the Open Access journal Neuroscience of Consciousness­, to learn more about the study of human consciousness and how it can help us to understand autism spectrum disorders, mental illnesses, and neurological diseases like multiple sclerosis, the focus of this year’s World Brain Day (July 22).

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The Neuroscience of Human Consciousness - Episode 63 - The Oxford Comment

Dr Miller is a New York Times bestselling author and Professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University. 

She is the Founder and Director of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, the first Ivy League graduate program and research institute in spirituality and psychology. Her innovative research has been published in more than one hundred peer-reviewed articles in leading journals. 

Dr Miller’s 2021 book: The Awakened Brain explores the neuroscience of spirituality and offers a bold new paradigm for human flourishing.

In this lively and wide ranging conversation, we explore: 

— The neuroscience of the “awakened brain”

— To what extent we can say that spirituality is innate in human nature

— The scientific evidence for what Carl Jung referred to as “synchronicity” 

— How spirituality and depression may be two sides of the same coin and why depression may be viewed as a “call to awakening”. 

And more. 

You can learn more about Professor Miller’s work by visiting: www.lisamillerphd.com. 

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Lisa Miller, Ph.D., is the New York Times bestselling author of The Spiritual Child and a professor in the Clinical Psychology Program at Teachers College, Columbia University. She is the Founder and Director of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, the first Ivy League graduate program and research institute in spirituality and psychology, and has held over a decade of joint appointments in the Department of Psychiatry at Columbia University Medical School. Her innovative research has been published in more than one hundred peer-reviewed articles in leading journals, including Cerebral Cortex, The American Journal of Psychiatry, and the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

Dr. Miller is Editor of the Oxford University Press Handbook of Psychology and Spirituality, Founding Co-Editor-in-Chief of the APA journal Spirituality in Clinical Practice, an elected Fellow of The American Psychological Association (APA) and the two-time President of the APA Society for Psychology and Spirituality. A graduate of Yale University and University of Pennsylvania, where she earned her doctorate under the founder of positive psychology, Martin Seligman, she has served as Principal Investigator on multiple grant funded research studies. Dr. Miller speaks and consults around The Awakened Brain and The Spiritual Child for the US Military, businesses (including tech, finance, HR and sales), personal development, faith based organizations, schools and universities, and for mental health and wellness initiatives.

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Neuroscience, Synchronicity, and the Awakened Brain - Dr Lisa Miller, PhD

In this episode Dr Nader joins the students at Maharishi International University for a Question and Answer session on our future, consciousness, and AI.

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Part 1 | Exploring Our Future: Consciousness, AI, and the Why’s of Life | Q&A with Students from MIU

Part 2 | Exploring Our Future: Consciousness, AI, and the Why’s of Life | Q&A with Students from MIU

Episode hosted by James Brackin IV of the You Can Too Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@jamesbrackiniv

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Tony Nader MD PhD NYT is a bestselling author of Consciousness Is All There Is, CEO of Transcendental Meditation organizations, Medical Doctor, Neuroscientist, and Consciousness leader.

Find more about Tony Here: https://www.drtonynader.com 

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Original episode link: https://youtu.be/YUDxn_QS-qU?si=Vg8VqsStVyPbykru

Neuroscientist On The Link Between Science and Spirituality ⎹ Dr Tony Nader with James Brackin IV

In this episode, David asks questions about life and living.

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Dr Tony Nader and David Lynch Have a Discussion About Life

Episode hosted by Osi Atikpoh of A Song Called Life Podcast.

In Episode #215, neuroscientist Tony Nader joins Osi to discuss a groundbreaking perspective on consciousness, exploring how it serves as the essence of all existence and offering practical tools and methods to connect with our authentic inner nature.

Tony Nader, M.D., Ph.D., MARR, is a medical doctor trained at Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Ph.D. in neuroscience), and a globally recognised Vedic scholar. As Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s successor, Dr Nader is head of the international Transcendental Meditation® organisations in over 100 countries. From the Americas to Asia, from Europe to Africa, Dr Nader guides the Transcendental Meditation program and its advanced practices, and the practical applications of this technology in all areas of national life – education, health, business, defense, agriculture, and more.

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Transcendental Meditation website https://www.tm.org

Link to original episode: 
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Dr. Tony Nader and Osi Atikpoh Discuss a Groundbreaking Perspective on Consciousness

Episode hosted by Etan Ilfeld of the Etan Ilfeld Podcast:

Welcome to the Etan Ilfeld Podcast, where we explore transformative ideas with visionary thinkers from around the globe. Today, I’m honored to host Dr. Tony Nader, a globally recognized Vedic scholar, Harvard-trained medical doctor, and the successor to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi as the leader of the Transcendental Meditation movement. Dr. Nader joins us to discuss his new book, Consciousness Is All There Is, which blends ancient wisdom with modern science, offering practical insights into how we can transcend surface-level experiences and connect with deeper states of consciousness. In this episode, we explore the intricate connections between the universe, consciousness, and the human experience, while delving into how meditation and self-awareness can elevate our lives. Dr. Nader’s ability to fuse timeless teachings with contemporary scientific understanding promises to offer a wealth of insights for listeners.

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Part 1–Etan Ilfeld and Dr Tony Nader on Transcendental Meditation

Part 2–Etan Ilfeld and Dr Tony Nader on Transcendental Meditation

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Dr Tony Nader in The Akademy Circle, London

Episode hosted by Nancy Lonsdorf M.D. https://www.youtube.com/@nancylonsdorfm.d4029 

Looking to transform your life and reach new heights of personal growth? Discover how transcendental meditation can unlock your full potential and help you overcome any obstacle.

In this enlightening video, we delve into the profound wisdom of Doctor Tony Nader, a renowned expert with an academic background from Harvard and a PhD in neuroscience from MIT, to explore the transformative power of transcendental meditation. Whether you're seeking to expand your consciousness, navigate life's challenges with ease, or simply find a deeper sense of peace, this video is a must-watch.

You'll learn how transcendental meditation is not just a practice for relaxation but a gateway to transcending ordinary states of consciousness. Doctor Nader reveals how this technique can act as a bridge to accessing untapped, deeply silent and blissful areas of the mind, fostering a profound connection with one's inner self, and enabling personal growth and resilience.

But it's not all about personal advancement. Elevating your consciousness through meditation can also serve as a preemptive measure against potential dangers and difficulties in life, empowering you to foresee and mitigate challenges before they arise. This video sheds light on how expanding your consciousness can help you become 'bigger and more than the difficulty itself,' as Doctor Nader puts it.

Dr. Nader even reviews uplifting and rigorous published research that indicates we are individuals can positively influence the trends of society simply through calming our minds and tapping into the silent state of pure consciousness within.  Experiencing our inner peace, beyond divisiveness, beyond thought, nourishes us and all of the environment.  

Doctor Nader's blend of scientific rigor and spiritual practice offers a compelling approach to understanding and teaching meditation, making it accessible and understandable, even to skeptics of spiritual practices.

If you're on a quest for personal growth and self-improvement through meditation, this video provides a comprehensive overview of the benefits and applications of transcendental meditation. It's not just about achieving a few minutes a day of fleeting peace; it's about embarking on a transformative journey of self-discovery and realizing your full potential.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from Dr. Tony Nader and take the first step towards a more fulfilled and resilient life. Click play now and begin your journey to personal transformation.

Want more self-care hacks from Dr. Nancy and Ayurvedic wisdom? Check out Dr. Nancy's Self-Healing Guide here.  It's an amazing encyclopedia of just about every Ayurvedic healing tool you could ever need!
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Have a question you'd like Dr. Nancy to answer on her podcast? Send your question in here:
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Link to original episode: https://youtu.be/Lu5tS0akNNQ?si=oyP0JKygnQLGzMPW

Transcendental Meditation: https://www.tm.org

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Decoding Meditation for Better Living with Neuroscientist and Meditation Expert Tony Nader MD PhD

Episode hosted by Fouad Boustani  https://www.youtube.com/@mentallygreat
#spirituality #consciousness #happiness
Dr Tony Nader is the head of Transcendental Meditation, Harvard and MIT graduate, a genius on consciousness. Expect to learn how to transcend to a higher state of consciousness, and to live a life of bliss, love and joy. Enjoy my friends, enjoy ;)

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Fouad Boustani–Say GOODBYE to ANXIETY - Dr Tony Nader's Tips to Transcend & Touch The Ultimate Bliss

We believe wanderlust is about seeking experiences that feed the soul.
March 26, 2025 | By Christopher Ludgate

I recently took a deep dive to explore what happens in the mind and body with TM practice chatting with the eloquent, the radiant Dr. Tony Nader. Nader became the successor to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi after his passing in 2008. Nader’s background as a child in a tumultuous Lebanon led to a yearning for a deeper understanding of human behaviour. His studies in Psychiatry and Neurology led to a focus on Brain and Cognitive Science at MIT while simultaneously studying Neurology at Harvard.   

Dr. Nader: While in school, I began practicing Transcendental Meditation, which gave me great insight into myself, great peace of mind, and wellbeing. I looked at its research and soon became a teacher of meditation. And when I completed my academic studies, I was invited to India by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. I went there, thinking it was for a week. But then, he asked me to stay a little longer and then longer, and it became like a whole lifetime! And I began to do more research on the relationship between mind & body and consciousness.
Since then, Nader has written books about the subject and was named successor to the Worldwide Transcendental Meditation Program by the Maharishi himself. He is now the President of the non-profit Maharishi International University. His latest New York Times Best Seller is called “Consciousness is All There Is.”

Chris is a writer, photographer, and award-winning filmmaker with a background in NYC’s indie scene. With tailor-made itineraries beyond the ordinary, his travel stories combine culture, wellness, the outdoors, luxury, and history. He’s a longtime advocate for holistic health and animal rights as well as an avid gardener, cook, and cat dad. Connect with Chris at https://wanderamatravel.com

Article link: https://wander-mag.com/articles/live-well/transcendental-meditation-science-of-consciousness

Magazine link: https://wander-mag.com/the-wanderlust-issue

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Wanderlust | Live Well | Transcendental Meditation and the Science of Consciousness

Episode hosted by Mark Divine:

Today, Commander Divine speaks with Tony Nader, MD, PhD, global expert in the science of consciousness and human development and head of the Transcendental Meditation organizations globally.  In the episode, Tony shares the science of consciousness and the relationship between mind and body, consciousness and physiology, and the possibility to develop full human potential.

Key Takeaways:

Transcendental Meditation as an inner and outer practice. The reality is many Westerners think of meditation as an internal-only practice and therefore avoid it at all costs. Transcendental Meditation (TM), which Dr. Nader champions in the West, is instead both an internal and external practice, used to create more harmony in our real world lives.

The survey says… meditate! Tony shares how TM has created research-backed results in both physical and mental realms. For instance, TM practitioners experience increased mental clarity, peace, and happiness, as well as less physiological stress, better healing and ability to concentrate - even (get this) better behavior!

Ultimate reality and… rock consciousness?  Tony details how TM allows practitioners to experience ultimate reality, which is the experience of all consciousness, everything, as one. Oh, and that includes rocks, which also hold consciousness, albeit of lower values than us humans. 

Less than 1% to heal the world.  Studies have shown, including an experiment done in Washington, D.C., that when less than 1% of a population come together and practice Transcendental Meditation, there are cosmic shifts in the overall population behaviorally and mentally. Less car crashes, less violence, crime, and so on. TM is quite literally changing the world, by bringing us into harmony with the all-encompassing oneness of everything.

Connect with Mark Divine:
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Listen to the original episode here: https://youtu.be/d_U_cyxhN_A?si=TGjeZW76blTRYIxB

The Mark Divine Show | Unification Through Meditation with Dr Tony Nader

Welcome to CONSCIOUSNESS IS ALL THERE IS, the podcast hosted by Harvard- and MIT- trained medical doctor, neuroscientist, and globally recognized expert in consciousness, Dr. Tony Nader. On this podcast, you'll find a mix of episodes on Consciousness and how Consciousness pertains to health, relationships, and inner growth. Combining the most modern scientific discoveries and the most ancient fields of knowledge hosted by Dr. Tony Nader with some of the greatest thinkers, philosophers, scientists, and medical doctors in the world today.

Part 2 | Exploring Our Future: Consciousness, AI, and the Why’s of Life | Q&A with Students from MIU

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