Podcast appearances and mentions of dawson church

In this episode of the Conscious Living Podcast, I have the joy of welcoming back my dear friend and internationally renowned author, Dr. Dawson Church. Dawson has an extraordinary gift for weaving science and spirituality into practical wisdom that can truly transform our lives. You may know him from his groundbreaking books The Genie in Your Genes, Mind to Matter, and Bliss Brain—and now he's back with his newest work, Spiritual Intelligence: Activating the Four Circuits of the Awakened Brain.Together, we explore how this book offers a roadmap for cultivating awakened states of consciousness, showing us that happiness, peace, and expansion are not just fleeting experiences, but natural states we can learn to sustain. Dawson explains how neuroscience is now catching up with ancient wisdom traditions, and why your brain is wired for far more joy and possibility than you've ever imagined.Here's what you will discover in this new podcast episode:1. What Spiritual Intelligence really means2. How science is validating spiritual practices in powerful new ways3. Eco Meditation as a practical tool you can use anytime, anywhere4. The profound benefits of developing your spiritual intelligence5. How to reduce stress while unlocking your highest potentialIf this sparks your curiosity (and I know it will!), I encourage you to pick up Dawson's new book, Spiritual Intelligence: Activating the Four Circuits of the Awakened Brain. You'll also find extended practices, eco meditation guides, and resources to deepen your journey at spiritualintelligencebook.com

In this Season 14 review (Episode 368), Andrea Samadi revisits key clips from her original interview with Bob Proctor (Episode 66), exploring how frequencies, imagination, and intuition shape our goals and results. We will cover:  Tip #1: How to Understand Frequencies and Levels of Vibration Tip #2: You've Got to Follow Your Heart Tip #3: Your External Environment Reflects Your Internal Thoughts and Mental State   Three takeaways: use your imagination to move to the vibration of your goal; follow your heart as an inner compass; and remember your external environment reflects your internal thoughts and beliefs. Welcome back to SEASON 14 of The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning and emotional intelligence training for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, and seven years ago, launched this podcast with a question I had never truly asked myself before: (and that is) If productivity and results matter to us—and they do now more than ever—how exactly are we using our brain to make them happen? Most of us were never taught how to apply neuroscience to improve productivity, results, or well-being. About a decade ago, I became fascinated by the mind-brain-results connection—and how science can be applied to our everyday lives. That's why I've made it my mission to bring you the world's top experts—so together, we can explore the intersection of science and social-emotional learning. We'll break down complex ideas and turn them into practical strategies we can use every day for predictable, science-backed results.   For today's Episode 368, we're going back to Episode 66[i]  for PART 3 of our review with the late Bob Proctor—the first person who challenged me to think. We covered in PART 1 EP 366[ii]: ✔ Top Lesson from Episode 66 – Where we refined the question: “What do you really want to do with your life?” hoping that midway through 2025, we can refine our goals, and see if we are on track. ✔ Sage Advice Tip #1: “We have been given the mental faculties to create our own environment. “We explored how to go beyond our five senses and tap into the six higher faculties of our mind (further developing our reason, intuition, perception, will, memory and imagination.” ✔ Sage Advice Tip #2: “There's only one mind.” We looked at how our actions matter because we are all deeply connected. ✔ Sage Advice Tip#3: “We are a soul—we don't have one.” We reflected on the perfection within each of us, and how this perfection continually drives us toward bigger and better possibilities. We covered in PART 2 EP 367[iii]: Sage Tip #4: “If we want to improve our RESULTS, we must focus on the six faculties of our mind—reason, intuition, perception, will, memory, and imagination.”The key is to choose one of these faculties and dedicate time to studying and applying each one until you see real results from your deeper understanding. Sage Tip #5: “Goals are not set to get; they are set to grow.” Reminding us that sometimes goals don't unfold the way we expect, and that's okay—as long as we keep moving forward and growing. To do this, we must keep studying, learning about ourselves, clarifying what we truly want, and seeking specialized knowledge in our field from those who have gone before us. Today, EP 368, PART 3 VIDEO 1 Click Here to Watch Watch video clip 1 with the link in the show notes. Bob begins this clip by talking about The Law of Vibration and why it's so important to understand how frequencies work. Many of us have heard of this law by now, especially since the movie, The Secret by Rhonda Byrne brought it into the mainstream. But my first introduction to understanding frequencies was back in the late 1990s, when I was teaching in the classroom and picked up Bob Proctor's book You Were Born Rich.[iv] I still remember hiding the book behind my binder during a staff meeting at the Toronto District School Board—I couldn't put it down until I'd finished it. That book changed the way I looked at everything. Suddenly, I began to see new possibilities in areas where I might have once been closed off. What captivated me wasn't Chapter 1, Me and Money, or even Chapter 2, How Much is Enough. It wasn't about money for me. What drew me in was Chapter 6—The Law of Vibration and Attraction. In that chapter, Bob shared what he had learned from the late Dr. Wernher von Braun, covering everything from science and religion, to the cosmos, to rates of vibration and frequency. That chapter expanded my mind—it even touched on the connection between the brain and body, a topic that would fascinate me even more 25 years later. It also revealed how powerful positive thinking can be for our health and wellness, while introducing the foundational Laws of Success. I wanted to learn more, so every time Bob held a seminar, I made sure to attend. From spending time in his offices, and sitting in these classes, I began to pick up how to promote these seminars to others, that started with bringing something new home to study each night. Eventually, I started talking to seminar attendees on the phone, explaining Bob's upcoming seminars. On these calls, I discovered what other people were studying. They would ask me, “Who else are you learning from?” and at first, I honestly didn't know anyone else teaching this material. But I listened carefully, wrote down the names they mentioned, and searched for their books at the library—this was long before we could just go online and find everything instantly. Sometimes people would drop off other programs for Bob to review. I remember one day, someone left a cassette tape set at the office and asked me to pass it along to him. Curious, I opened the package and saw the title: “Special Subjects Vol. 1”[v] by Abraham-Hicks, covering The Law of Attraction. I realized that, while not many people knew about this material, those who did were using it to achieve incredible things. On the way to Bob's house that evening, I couldn't resist. I slipped one of the tapes into my car stereo and listened as I drove. When Bob opened the door, the first thing he asked me was, “Did you listen to one of them?” I was stunned—how could he possibly know? I admitted I had and said, “Yes, and the program is really good.” I wasn't sure if I'd get in trouble for listening first, but instead, he later handed the tapes over to me to keep. I must have listened to them more than 100 times. That program led me to Abraham-Hicks' books, audio programs, and seminars—where I met people from all walks of life: pro athletes fine-tuning their mindset, business leaders sharpening their edge, and everyday people like me, hungry to learn and grow. Those cassette tapes opened a door. Each word studied brought me back to that time when I was just beginning to understand this material—discovering a whole world of wisdom waiting to be explored. I will be sure to link other places you can go to learn this topic, if you would like to dive deeper. What helped me the most, was when I saw an image describing these frequencies, or levels of vibration. We've looked at and explored this visual often on this podcast, that matches how Bob explains goals and frequency on the clip we selected. The image shows the Goal (target) at a higher level (the star), with lines representing different frequencies or levels of vibration. The word “DECISION” marks the point where you shift to a higher level to match the frequency of your goal. We learned in this clip that “when we image a goal, what we've done is take our mind off on a trip. And we've gone to a new frequency, beyond where we are living.” We learned that it is our imagination that moves us out of our current state of awareness (or vibration) using the “screen of our mind”—the place where we see and create new possibilities before they exist physically. This “place” isn't physical. It's the inner screen of our mind, the same concept explained in The Silva Method[vi], where you consciously project images, ideas, and goals in mental pictures. That's where creation begins—before it's expressed in the outside world. I've often wondered, “How exactly do we shift to a new level of vibration?” It's not something that's easy to explain until we've experienced it ourselves. Looking back, the path seems clear—just as Steve Jobs once said, “we can only connect the dots backwards.” But moving forward, the process feels less obvious. We move to a new vibration when we're in harmony with what we truly want. A powerful example of this is being in love—when we resonate deeply with someone, we're on the same frequency. At times, this connection runs so deep that we can almost sense each other's thoughts (a kind of telepathic communication). When we share the same frequency, it feels like magic unfolds. The same principle applies to our goals. Once you've decided what you want—whether it's a career change, a relationship, or a new opportunity—you must connect your heart to it. Feel the resonance, and then use your imagination to paint the picture on the screen of your mind. With practice, patience, and belief, you'll one day look back and see there were no limits to what you could achieve. Until that moment comes, keep moving forward, keep growing, and keep reaching for the stars, moving up those levels of vibration or frequency. Sage Tip #1: How to Understand Frequencies and Levels of Vibration “When we image a goal (on the screen of our mind, something that we resonate with) we take our mind on a trip and what we've actually done is gone to a new frequency. We've used our imagination to get there.” If we can see it in our mind, with our imagination, we can hold it in our hand. VIDEO 2 Click Here to Watch Watch video clip 2 with the link in the show notes. There were two important lessons from this clip. Sage Tip #2: You've Got to Follow Your Heart. According to Bob, listening to your "heart" means trusting your intuition and emotional mind to connect with the divine side of yourself. He explained that this "heart" is not the physical organ but the subjective, feeling side of your mind that holds your deepest desires.  I remember after the interview, (back in June 2020) I wrote this on my wall, (you've got to follow your heart) and have used this as a sense of guidance ever since. We learned in this clip that “if you follow your heart you'll never make a mistake, for as long as you live.” Do you listen to your heart? It's this tip that brings us back to understanding frequencies, because when we are listening to our heart, we are paying attention to what we are in resonance with. Our deepest desires that will take us to whatever it is that we REALLY want to do with our life. All of these tips blend, and tie in together, like the colors of the rainbow. Sage Tip #3: Your External Environment Reflects Your Internal Thoughts and Mental State If we don't like what's happening in our external world—our job, our results, our relationships, or any part of our life we've created—we must first look within. Our outer circumstances mirror the thoughts and beliefs we hold inside. In As a Man Thinketh, James Allen reminds us of the power of our mindset: "Mind is the Master power that molds and makes, And Man is Mind, and evermore he takes The tool of Thought, and, shaping what he wills, Brings forth a thousand joys, a thousand ills— (depending on what we are thinking). He thinks in secret, and it comes to pass: Environment is but his looking-glass." The phrase “environment is but his looking-glass” means that your external environment is simply a reflection of your internal thoughts and mental state. The world you experience is showing you what's happening in your mind. REVIEW AND CONCLUSION To wrap up this week's Episode 368, PART 3—where we revisited two powerful clips from Episode 66, our interview with Bob Proctor—where we explored three key takeaways: Sage Tip #1: Understanding Frequencies and Levels of Vibration We discovered that there are infinite levels of vibration, and when we align ourselves with the frequency of what we truly want, magic happens. This is how we become one with our goal. There are no limits—only the challenge of using our imagination to bridge the gap between where we are now and where we want to be. Sage Tip #2: Follow Your Heart Listening to your heart means trusting your intuition and emotional guidance to connect with the divine side of yourself. Your heart can serve as a powerful compass to guide you toward the right decisions and opportunities in life. Sage Tip #3: Your External Environment Reflects Your Internal World If we don't like what's happening in our external world—whether it's in our job, relationships, results, or any area of life—we must first look inward. Our circumstances mirror the beliefs and thoughts we hold within. As James Allen reminds us in As a Man Thinketh: our outer world is always a reflection of our inner state. With that thought, I will close out our 3 PART review of EP 66, and hope that calling out these tips that I thought were important will help us all to sharpen our saw, and find ways that we can all move confidently in the direction of whatever it is that we are working on this year, taking us to greater heights. I'll see you next week as we revisit EP 98[vii] with Dr. Dawson Church, an award-winning science writer who blends cutting-edge neuroscience with inspiring stories of people who have experienced brain change firsthand. Neural plasticity—the discovery that the brain is capable of rewiring itself—is now widely accepted. What's less understood is just how rapidly these changes can occur, how profound they can be, and the degree of control each of us has over reshaping our thinking. My goal is that we build on what we uncovered in our review of EP 66—refining the question of what it is we truly want—and then explore how to direct our thoughts inward to create lasting change with our goals and results. RESOURCES: How to Understand Frequencies, Vibration and The Law of Attraction with Bob Proctor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVJpEkbf8zc   YouTube Short 1 Andrea Samadi and Bob Proctor https://www.youtube.com/shorts/oUZOe7SH0ng   YouTube Short 2 Andrea Samadi and Bob Proctor https://www.youtube.com/shorts/oUZOe7SH0ng  REFERENCES:   [i] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #66 with The Legendary Bob Proctor  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-legendary-bob-proctor-on/   [ii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 366 Redefining Goals with Bob Proctor-PART 1https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/unlocking-your-potential-redefining-goals-with-bob-proctors-wisdom/   [iii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 367 Perfecting The 6 Faculties of the Mind-PART 2  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/reaching-your-full-potential-perfecting-the-6-faculties-of-your-mind-reasoning-intuition-perception-the-will-memory-and-imagination-part-2-review/   [iv] You Were Born Rich by Bob Proctor https://www.proctorgallagherinstitute.com/programs   [v] Special Subjects VOL 1 by Abraham Hicks https://www.abraham-hickslawofattraction.com/special-subjects-volume-one.html   [vi] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast PART 1 of The Silva Mind Control Method https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/a-deep-dive-with-andrea-samadi-into-applying-the-silva-method-for-improved-intuition-creativity-and-focus-part-1/   [vii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast #98 with Dr. Dawson Church on the Science Behind Meditation https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/dr-dawson-church-on-the-science-behind-using-meditation-rewiring-your-brain-for-happiness-resilience-and-joy/  

Sol Smith spent nearly two decades as a college professor, always feeling and doing things out of step with everyone else, before realizing that he was autistic. He works with individuals, as well as offering educational seminars about neurodiversity. He is the author of The Autistic's Guide to Self-Discovery.   Here he and Dawson talk about:  Sol's story Masking; feeling like an impostor Why sharing puts us into a vulnerable position Stats: Around 3-6% of the population is autistic Stats: Four boys for every 1 girl Why only 20% are diagnosed as children, 80% are not diagnosed till adulthood How women mask autism better than men Self-assessments Camouflaging autistic traits  How Autism is a type of neurodivergence Definition: Neurodivergence is when the brain diverges from typical development Tools for those with Autism like exercise, sleep and meditation  Short term tools: steps like changing your setting, activities, mantras Going from motivation to stress   An important topic! Find Sol's book and work at: https://www.professorsol.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #autism #neurodivergence 

Linda Backman is a psychologist and regression therapist. She has been guiding a process she calls Soul Regressions for 30 years and has conducted thousands of Past Life and Between Lives Soul Regressions. Among her books are Soul Design, Souls on Earth, The Evolving Soul and Bringing Your Soul to Light. They describe how reincarnation plays a pivotal role in our personal growth and relationships.   Here she and Dawson talk about:  Linda's background Research into actual past life cases Working with clients on the soul level What is soul energy and where does it come from Energy that pushes us to evolve and grow Why most of us do not remember our past lives The discovery that knowing the specifics of our past lives isn't necessary to heal How you know when you're on track and off track Trusting the signs the universe is giving you How some souls are here to aid humanity not necessarily designed for earth Your core is your higher self and your guides speaking to you   To learn more about Dr. Linda Backman: https://ravenheartcenter.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #souldesign #pastlives #soulenergy 

Dr. Bernard Beitman is a graduate of Yale Medical School and did his psychiatric residency at Stanford University. He is the author of Life-Changing Synchronicities: A Doctor's Journey of Coincidence and Serendipity. Dr Beitman is the former chair of psychiatry of the University of Missouri-Columbia Medical School for 17 years; he writes a blog for Psychology Today on coincidence and is the coauthor of the award-winning book Learning Psychotherapy. He's the founder of The Coincidence Project, and you can share your coincidence story with him at https://thecoincidenceproject.net/   Here he and Dawson talk about:  How and why love is fundamental to creating coincidences The inner GPS compass Bernard's background They ways individually we are part of a global mind Love connections over time and space Shared consciousness of all humanity Contributing to the collective consciousness of humankind Questions: What is it that you're here to do? What's your purpose? How one might contribute to planetary healing  Global synchronicity Consciousness on this planet as a collaborative To learn more about Dr. Beitman: https://www.coincider.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #coincidence #synchronicity #consciousness 

Scott Stabile is the author of Big Love: The Undeniable Joy of Following Your Heart. He is a passionate love advocate who believes there is no force more powerful than love to create real connection and healing in our world. Scott guides transformation breathwork journeys and leads personal empowerment workshops internationally. His inspirational posts have attracted more than 350,000 Facebook fans.   Here he and Dawson talk about:  Why it is entirely human to have conflict and not like people Accepting who we are as we are in the moment Being in alignment with your heart's energy Our journey through life is figuring out how to be with our experiences How can we stay in our hearts despite all our emotions How do you live love in a world in which horrible things are always happening? Aligning yourself with your values How can you be a living example of what you want to see in the world?   Scott's website is: https://www.scottstabile.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #biglove #joy #followyourheart  

Dr. Peta Stapleton has 25 years' experience as a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist and is currently a Professor in Psychology at Bond University in Australia. She is the author of The Science behind Tapping and has been an investigator in dozens of clinical trials, mostly of EFT tapping. In 2019 Peta was named Psychologist of the Year by the Australian Allied Health Awards.   She and Dawson have collaborated on many studies, and here they review:  Peta's background Treating anorexia and bulimia EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) Clinical Trials and Research After EFT had better restraint, in the next 6 months they kept on losing weight How tapping can leave you in a meditative state Where tapping and meditation is taking the world Interactions with children, partners and team members after using EFT Why tapping can lead to an increase in happiness and calm Can EFT result in changes in countries and global systems? Children learning to tap in school   For more information about Dr. Peta Stapleton: https://www.petastapleton.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #tapping #research

Cindy Wigglesworth is the bestselling author of SQ21: The Twenty-One Skills of Spiritual Intelligence. Her SQ21 spiritual intelligence self-assessment has created a validated and diversity-appropriate way of having spiritual conversations in the workplace. John Mackey, CEO of Whole Foods Market, calls SQ “the next frontier in leadership.” Cindy has appeared on Oprah, PBS, and numerous other national media and conferences. Through her company Deep Change, she consults on leadership development and sustainable corporate culture.   She and Dawson have been sharing ideas about SQ for years, and here talk about:  How personal growth makes you so much more effective as a leader Cindy's background Why SQ is love in action Defining SQ as the ability to behave with wisdom and compassion while maintaining inner and outer peace An essential skill is distinguishing between your ego and higher self Awareness that your ego self exists Observing the ego and noticing the differences between it and the higher self Recognizing in the body the situations where ego wants to take charge Learning to hear the voice of the higher self. Shifting from Ego to Higher Self, acronym, SOUL S for Stop. Interrupt the pattern.  O for Observe what's happening in your body U for Understanding deeply from the other person's perspective L for Love; find a loving response   Learn more about Cindy and her work at: https://www.deepchange.com/ Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/ To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #ego #soul #deepchange

On a mission to flatten the curve of healthcare costs, James Maskell has spent the past decade innovating at the cross section of functional medicine and community. He created the Functional Forum, the world's largest integrative medicine conference. He is author of the book The Evolution of Medicine, which prepares health professionals for a new era of personalized, participatory medicine.   James and I discuss: James' background Discovering our society is on the brink of a precipice of chronic disease People supporting each other in their own healing Why all lifestyle diseases lead to brain inflammation TruNeura software  How our culture reinforces the most unhealthy behaviors James' personal vision Collective models of ownership   You can find more information at: https://goevomed.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #truneura #evolutionofmedicine #chronicdisease 

What if your brain had an operating system designed to align you with peace, clarity, and infinite abundance? What if the key to lasting joy and fulfillment wasn't about becoming someone new… but remembering who you already are?In this soul-expanding episode of The Abundance Journey, host Elaine Starling unpacks a revolutionary concept from Dawson Church's book, Spiritual Intelligence—and it might just change how you live, love, and lead. You'll discover what SQ (Spiritual Intelligence) really is, how it differs from IQ and EQ, and why it's the foundation for living a life of deep connection and true abundance.You'll also be introduced to a powerful, science-backed spiritual practice: EcoMeditation, a multi-sensory, multi-dimensional tool that rewires your brain, lowers your stress, strengthens your immunity, and puts you in direct connection with The Divine. (And it only takes 22 minutes a day!)If you've ever felt stuck in survival mode, disconnected from your purpose, or longed for a deeper, truer spiritual experience that doesn't require years in a monastery—this is the episode you've been waiting for.About the Host, Elaine Starling:Welcome to The Abundance Journey—where we don't just talk about abundance, we embody it.I'm Elaine Starling, The Abundance Ambassador™. After a spiritual near-death experience, I was called to help you align your energy, purpose, and voice with the Divine abundance already within you.Each week, you'll hear practical tools, spiritual insights, inspiring guests, and powerful Intention Activations to help you:• Reconnect with your true self• Reclaim your intrinsic worth• Take aligned action toward your highest visionLet's spiral up into joy, purpose, and prosperity—together.www.TheAbundanceJourney.comBeaming you infinite love and blessings!Free Gift: Get a book excerpt from “5 Steps to Activate Your Abundance”How to Support: Please share this episode with everyone you love and admire. Let them know that they are receiving this lovely energy too!Elaine Starling Social Media Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elaine.abundance Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainestarling/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3eXgwdMYYzLicCEcB1DdrgTEDx Talk, “Abundance Is a Choice” https://youtu.be/tMQ0D4sfEysWebsite: www.TheAbundanceJourney.com5 Steps to Activate Your Abundance Book: https://amzn.to/3vjKjft Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.#TheAbundanceJourney #ElaineStarling #SpiritualIntelligence #EcoMeditation #AbundanceMindset #FundamentalWellBeing #ConsciousLiving #DawsonChurch #PodcastLove

Michael J. Gelb is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, innovative leadership and executive coaching. His clients include DuPont, Emerson, Genentech, KPMG, Merck, Microsoft, Nike and YPO. Michael trained as a teacher of the Alexander Technique and holds a fifth-degree black belt in the martial art of Aikido. Michael is the author of 18 books which have been translated into 25 languages and have sold more than one million copies. They include How to Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci, The Healing Organization and Walking Well: A New Approach for Comfort, Vitality and Inspiration in Every Step with Bruce Fertman.   Here he and Dawson discuss: Where we hold our traumas “Character armor” Why our old patterns are embedded, and change is hard. What can we do? Benefits of EFT, walking, qigong, and meditation  Expanding rather than contracting As well as trauma triggers, we can find glimmers that remind us of wellbeing Finding your glimmer.  A day in the life of Michael Gelb: his personal practices for wellbeing How is body awareness linked to spirituality?   To learn more about Michael Gelb: https://michaelgelb.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #creativity #innovation #leadership

Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, a world-renowned transformational teacher, and an expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. Marci's books include the runaway bestsellers, Happy for No Reason, Love for No Reason, and six titles in the phenomenally successful Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul series. Her books have sold more than 16 million copies worldwide. Marci hosts a podcast called Living in the Miracle Zone and leads a worldwide program called Your Year of Miracles with thousands of participants from over 80 countries.   She and Dawson have been close friends for many years, and here talk about:  Generational trauma Marci's background  Transcendental Meditation Research shows happiness is 50% genetic, 10% our circumstances, 40% our habits of thought and behavior The 7 categories of happiness habits Taking responsibility for your happiness Your emotional immune system The Inner Ease Technique The more we're filled with light, the more it impacts the world   Find Marci at: www.HappyForNoReason.com www.YourYearofMiracles.com   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #happiness #happyfornoreason #happinesshabits 

Laurel Parnell is a clinical psychologist and one of the world's leading experts on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Since 1995 she has trained thousands of clinicians in EMDR both nationally and internationally. She is co-director of the non-profit Trauma Assistance Program International (TAP-IN), and the author of several books including, A Therapist's Guide to EMDR and Tapping In. Dr. Parnell has served on the faculty of the California Institute for Integral Studies and John F. Kennedy University.   Here she and Dawson discuss:   Laurel's background What is EMDR? The benefits of EMDR Working with neural networks and their response to tapping Activating the “felt sense” of your resources Bilateral stimulation  Rhythms: tapping, squishing balls, drumming on desk How EMDR is different from Resource Tapping  Why Resource Tapping uses imagination and resourcing to prepare people   Dr. Laurel Parnell can be found at: https://parnellemdr.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #trauma #emdr #therapy #resourcetapping #tapping 

Ali and Atman Smith are Baltimore-born brothers who co-founded the Holistic Life Foundation (HLF) in 2001. Raised in a household immersed in yoga and meditation, they deepened their practice during college at the University of Maryland. Motivated to revitalize their West Baltimore community, they established HLF to provide yoga, mindfulness, and wellness programs to underserved populations. Their initiatives have reached over 200,000 individuals across diverse settings, including schools, detention centers, and wellness centers. In their book Let Your Light Shine they share insights on mindfulness and community empowerment.    Here they and Dawson discuss: Their background Counseling those in trauma Sympathetic dominance breathing  Connecting with people authentically to lay the foundation Why other people will see the difference in you before you see it in yourself Being Social Entrepreneurs The Holistic Life Foundation's mission Their new program for changing detention to meditation    To learn more about Ali, Atman, and The Holistic Life Foundation: https://holisticlifefoundation.org/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #trauma #yoga #mindfulness #community #holisticlifefoundation   

Sharad Paul is a physician and the author of several books in the field of skin, medicine, and genomics such as Skin, a Biography and The Genetics of Health. He has been honored by several professional societies for his contributions to patient centered care in several countries. His latest book is called Biohacking Your Genes.    Here he and Dawson discuss: Simple health hacks you can do yourself The importance of positivity  The truth about stress Why genes are typical of an entire species, not an individual Lifestyle research and statistics  Natural remedies  Support from food / diet To learn more about Dr. Paul's work and books: https://skininyourgameblog.drsharadpaul.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #gene #nutrition #genetics #skin  

What if happiness and connection aren't just personality traits or good luck, but actual skills you can build, like biceps or baking bread? In this episode, Lauren talks with bestselling author and researcher Dawson Church about the neuroscience of what he calls “spiritual intelligence.”They get into the nuts and bolts of how consistent practices like meditation and compassion-based training can physically change your brain, and why that matters for your everyday joy, focus, and ability to not lose it in traffic.Whether you're deep into meditation or just trying to sit still for five minutes, there's something here that'll land.You'll hear about:How meditation rewires your brain in as little as 30 daysWhy compassion speeds up brain growth (and might make you nicer to your barista)What the “Enlightenment Network” is and why it matters for your healthThe science behind joy and resilience—not as fluffy ideas, but as actual brain shiftsWhy Dawson believes we're becoming more compassionate as a society (even if it doesn't look like it on the news)Key Takeaway:Spiritual intelligence isn't something reserved for monks or mystics. It's something you can build. With the right tools and some consistency, you can train your brain to be happier, more grounded, and more connected. No chanting required.You can purchase Spiritual Intelligence here:  https://spiritualintelligencebook.com/?orid=559172&opid=179✨ Tune in to learn how small daily practices can build a bridge between your brain, your heart, and the world you want to live in.

Shakti Durga is a spiritual teacher, healer, author, sacred musician, and founder of transformative initiatives that uplift human consciousness and create inner peace. She established the charities Shanti Mission and The Wellbeing Initiative to foster spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical well-being. She has written five transformational books and produced numerous spiritual music and mantra albums. Before embarking on her spiritual vocation, she was a practicing Trial Attorney. She resides in New South Wales, Australia and teaches world-wide.    Here she and Dawson discuss: How meditation evolves you Questioning, are we moving into the Age of Aquarius? Looking back 100 years, you see a great change Contrast and free will Developing an inner spaciousness Feeling content in our own being and thinking about others What can you do to give back? Visioning, non attachment, and surrender Processing collective trauma  Practices that can bring us into elevated states The energy of the people around us and how that can affect us Releasing energy that isn't yours through the breath How do we find our highest energy? Breathing into the heart, contemplating love and compassion   For more about the work of Shakti Durga: https://shaktidurga.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #consciousness   

What if Human Design held the key to creating a better life and more aligned relationships — simply by understanding how you're wired to thrive?   In this episode of HEAL with Kelly, I sit down with Human Design expert and bestselling author Erin Claire Jones for an eye-opening conversation about how this powerful system can help you live, love, and lead with greater clarity, ease, and authenticity.   Whether you're a Generator, Projector, Manifesting Generator, Manifestor, or Reflector, Human Design offers more than a label — it gives you permission to be yourself and practical tools to navigate life in alignment with who you truly are.   Erin shares real-life stories and insights from her new book, How Do You Choose?: A Human Design Guide to What's Best for You at Work, in Love, and in Life, as we explore how your energy type, strategy, and authority shape everything from your relationships and parenting style to decision-making, communication, and daily flow.   You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of yourself — and the people you love — and actionable guidance to help you make aligned choices, avoid burnout, and create more meaningful connections.   Whether you're brand new to Human Design or well into your journey, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered to live life on your terms — with compassion, clarity, and confidence. LINKS Dawson Church Website: https://dawsonchurch.com/ Dawson Church on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawson.church.3/ Spiritual Intelligence on Amazon: https://amzn.to/42Nebho SPONSORS HONEYLOVE: Go to https://www.honeylove.com/HEAL and use our exclusive link to get 20% OFF. Connect with Kelly:   ·      Watch all episodes on YouTube ·      Sign up for HEAL with Kelly newsletter ·      Follow Kelly on Instagram ·      Follow HEAL with Kelly on Instagram  ·      HEAL with Kelly on TikTok ·      Follow HEAL with Kelly on Facebook ·      Visit HEAL with Kelly Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

High Energy Health host, Dawson Church, PhD, just released his latest book, Spiritual Intelligence. The book reveals the breakthrough science behind Spiritual Intelligence... how your thoughts, emotions, and beliefs literally shape your brain and gene expression. You'll discover how to activate your brain's Enlightenment Network, reduce stress hormones like cortisol, and rewire your neural pathways for joy, resilience, and self-transcendence. Drawing from the latest neuroscience, peak states research, and personal practice, Dawson shows how simple daily actions like mindfulness, meditation, and EFT can lead to extraordinary mental clarity, emotional balance, and even reverse aging in the brain.    In this solo episode, he shares:  The unhappiness of his early journey How many of us learned the biochemistry of stress even before we were born About the stress hormone cortisol Why stress is epigenetic, creating molecules like adrenaline and cortisol MRI studies have now mapped the brain circuits active in long term meditators “The Enlightenment Network” How to dig ourselves out of the pit of stress Ways we can stimulate the neural bundles of the Enlightenment Network so they grow How Spiritual Intelligence changes your every day life Specifics on how Spiritual Intelligence enables you to meet challenges with wisdom and resilience   Find Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #theenlightenmentnetwork     

In this episode, Andrea welcomes Dr. Dawson Church, acclaimed researcher, bestselling author, and spiritual thought leader, to explore the transformative power of Spiritual Intelligence. Dawson reveals groundbreaking neuroscience showing that connecting with higher consciousness isn't random or mystical; it's a trainable, biological process that literally reshapes our brains in just 30 days. Together, Andrea and Dawson dive deep into how meditation, energy work, and conscious living activate brain circuits responsible for joy, compassion, and resilience. Discover how individual spiritual growth is accelerating global evolution, why compassion is on the rise, and why now is the most hopeful time in human history. This conversation will expand your heart, your mind, and your spirit.✨ Learn more about Dawson and https://spiritualintelligencebook.com/  Timestamps00:00 — Introduction to Spiritual Intelligence01:30 — Meet Dr. Dawson Church: The Science of Transformation03:20 — Childhood Dreams and Early Spiritual Awakening05:00 — Why Dr. Church Wrote Spiritual Intelligence08:00 — Spiritual Intelligence vs. Religion: What's the Difference?13:00 — Non-Duality and Mystical Experiences Across Faiths16:00 — The Biology Behind Spiritual Experiences18:00 — Building Spiritual Intelligence: Practice Over Time21:00 — Neuroplasticity: How 30 Days of Meditation Reshapes Your Brain25:00 — Meditation's Impact on Alzheimer's and Cognitive Health28:00 — The Four Brain Circuits of Spiritual Intelligence32:00 — Rising Compassion and Global Evolution36:00 — Technology, AI, and Spiritual Consciousness41:00 — Why Activism + Awareness Go Hand-in-Hand46:00 — The Power of the Observer Mind50:00 — Energy Work, Reiki, and Changing Matter56:00 — Key Takeaways from Spiritual Intelligence59:00 — How Listeners Can Begin Their Journey01:02:00 — Closing Gratitude and Final ThoughtsValuable Resources and TakeawaysResources Mentioned:Dr. Dawson Church's new book: Spiritual IntelligenceFree extended meditations, videos, and tools at spiritualintelligencebook.com

Eben Alexander, MD, was an academic neurosurgeon for over 25 years, including 15 years at the Brigham & Women's Hospital, Children's Hospital, and Harvard Medical School in Boston. In 2008, he experienced a transcendental Near-Death Experience (NDE) during a week-long coma from an inexplicable brain infection that completely transformed his worldview. A pioneering scientist and modern thought leader in the emerging science that acknowledges the primacy of consciousness in the universe, he is the author of the New York Times #1 bestseller Proof of Heaven, The Map of Heaven and Living in a Mindful Universe.    Here he and Dawson discuss: Dr. Alexander's story Binaural beats  Remote viewing and precognition Shedding baggage with our soul group between lifetimes Soul agreements The life review as from the perspective of everyone involved The Golden Rule: written into the fabric of the universe The link between intuition and meditation Releasing suppressed emotions Trusting in the universe and increased positive emotions   To learn more about Dr. Eben Alexander: https://ebenalexander.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #neardeath #lifereview #proofofheaven   

In this transformative episode of the Jack Canfield Podcast, I sit down with my dear friend Dr. Dawson Church—award-winning author, researcher, and one of the most joyful human beings I know. Together, we explore how to activate your brain's "enlightenment network"—a powerful set of neurological circuits that are hardwired to help you access joy, peace, resilience, and higher consciousness. Dawson breaks down the science behind what he calls Spiritual Intelligence, the subject of his latest groundbreaking book. You'll discover the four specific brain circuits that can be trained to cultivate emotion regulation, present-moment awareness, compassion, and a sense of unity with all of life. And the best part? It doesn't take years in a monastery—you can rewire your brain for bliss in just weeks. We dive deep into: How spiritual practices like eco-meditation physically change the brain in just 8 weeks The four core circuits of the “enlightenment network”—and how to activate them Why mystics like Rumi and St. Francis were so happy—and how you can be too How trauma blocks transcendence—and how to heal it using EFT (tapping) The neuroscience of compassion, gratitude, joy, and higher consciousness Real-world applications: from education to prisons to daily productivity Dawson also shares how this research is helping children overcome anxiety, adults recover from trauma, and even Alzheimer's patients reverse brain shrinkage. It's inspiring, emotional, and packed with practical tools that can upgrade every part of your life.

Sadhvi Saraswatiji, PhD, is the author of Come Home to Yourself and Hollywood to the Himalayas. She graduated from Stanford University and for more than two decades has lived at Parmarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh, India. She has presented to groups ranging from the United Nations to the Parliament of World Religions on topics ranging from conscious business to science and spirituality to sustainable development and is renowned as a spiritual bridge between Eastern and Western culture.    In this discussion, Dawson and Sadhvi share personal stories and experiences on topics such as: Experience of the divine and being infinite Living in Rishikesh The solution to so much of our suffering  Which of our sufferings is objective over which we have no control? Where is our inner wellbeing hooked into a story about how others should behave? The highest calling in a human birth is to experience who we are How we can be conscious of being conscious How we can look at the mind and emotions to recognize “I am not that” Oneness with the universe Our purpose or dharma as this particular human body Choosing peace regardless of how others are Remembering every day that we are not our body or our story The goal is to do while remaining in being, fulfilling our dharma   To explore Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswatiji's work: https://divineshaktifoundation.org/about/sadhvi-bhagawati/   Find Dawson at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #oneness #consciousness #beinginfinite #comehometoyourself       

Elizabeth Husserl is a registered investment advisor representative, financial advisor, and cofounder of Peak360 Wealth Management, a boutique wealth planning firm. She is the author of The Power of Enough: Finding Joy in Your Relationship with Money. She holds an MA in East-West psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, and has led workshops at major tech companies, including Airbnb, Unity, and Google.    Here she and Dawson discuss: How to put “joy” and “money” in the same sentence Asking yourself: What, to me, represents wealth? The mandala of the 12 dimensions of wealth “Financial DNA,” or the ways that family beliefs shape money behaviors Exercise: Go back in your lineage, what beliefs did your ancestors hold? How to have a conversation with money to work through moments of scarcity Money as a spiritual guide Money as a doorway to self-knowledge   To learn more about Elizabeth's work: www.elizabethhusserl.com    Find Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #money #wealth #abundance #powerofenough #relationshipwithmoney    

Helané Wahbeh, ND, MCR, is the Director of Research at the Institute of Noetic Sciences and an adjunct assistant professor at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Wahbeh is the author of some 90+ peer-reviewed publications and the book The Science of Channeling: Why You Should Trust Your Intuition. Her VET-MIND study was funded by the National Institutes of Health and examined the mechanisms of meditation for combat veterans with PTSD. Her current research interests include healing stress and trauma and extended human capacities. She is a Board Member and Past President of the Parapsychological Association and has been meditating for two decades.    Here she and Dawson discuss: Noetic Signature: experience of our inner wisdom How to differentiate from your ego and your higher self? Exercise: To what question would you like intuitive information? Noetic knowing shows up in one of 12 different ways Meditation: An introduction to the inner world The ability all humans have to access energy and information Types of channelings  Why studies correlate childhood trauma with psychic experiences and mediumship How two studies in UK found that psychic abilities run in families Study comparing the full genome of a psychic to controls Study discovery: a unique noncoding gene on chromosome 7 in the psychic group   To learn more about the Institute of Noetic Sciences: https://noetic.org/   Find Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to order Dawson's newest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #channeling #intuition #noetic #ions 

Andrew Holecek offers seminars internationally on meditation, lucid dreaming, and the art of dying. He has studied sleep yoga, bardo yoga, and other traditional practices with living masters in India and Nepal. Holecek is a talented writer who has published books, Dreams of Light and Dream Yoga, and had articles appear in Psychology Today, Parabola, Lion's Roar, Tricycle, Utne Reader, Buddhadharma, Light of Consciousness, and many other periodicals. He also hosts the popular "Edge of Mind" podcast and is the founder of the Night Club Community, a support platform for nocturnal meditations.    Here he and Dawson discuss: Chongyam Trungpa: “Meditation isn't a sedative, it's a laxative” Andrew's background  The aspects of the unconscious mind Cognitive scientists tell us 95 percent of what we do is driven by unconscious patterns How to start making the unconscious processes conscious How can you attain something you already have? The problem with the concept of a Spiritual Path The Saint who said: “Enlightenment was my biggest disappointment” Underneath all the experience is openness Why we are a localization of consciousness Andrew's definition of meditation: habituation to openness The 5 nocturnal meditations Using your sleep for your psychospiritual development   To learn more about Andrew's work: https://www.andrewholecek.com/   Find Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #unconscious #spiritualpath #consciousness     

Mandy Morris is a bestselling author, speaker, and coach specializing in personal development and manifesting techniques. She is the author of several books including The Guilt Within and The Promise. Known for her empowering work on aligning thoughts, emotions, and actions to create a fulfilling life, she inspires global audiences through her books, courses, and workshops. Mandy's compassionate approach blends science and spirituality, helping individuals uncover their highest potential and live purposefully.    Here she and Dawson discuss:  Mandy's story What challenge do you believe you can't get through? What small change will you commit to 100%? From that day to me finding my husband was 2 weeks Ask: “Why are we manifesting what we don't want?” Transmutation of trauma into light Being in the head rather than in the heart  Mastering yourself: life will never be perfect  What lights your soul up? Look for just the next step, you don't need to see the destination Clearing the clutter   Learn more about Mandy at: https://www.mandymorris.love/   Find Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #trauma #mindfulness #manifestation      

Fleet Maull, PhD, is a consultant, motivational speaker, social entrepreneur, and authorized teacher in the Zen and Tibetan Buddhist traditions. He is the founder of the Prison Mindfulness Institute and the Heart Mind Institute. He is the author of Radical Responsibility: How to Move Beyond Blame, Fearlessly Live Your Highest Purpose, and Become an Unstoppable Force for Good and Dharma in Hell: The Prison Writings of Fleet Maull.   Here he and Dawson discuss:   Fleet's background Exercise 1: What dark part of your life feels like it can never be fixed? Exercise 2: Regulate breath, posture, voice, get ourselves out of fight flight Finding a nugget of time when you're in wellbeing, and build on that  Why healing the world starts with our individual work How genetically we've inherited the collective trauma of the human race Plugging back into quantum field The three views of human nature  The goals at Heart Mind Institute  What are the three simplest foundational practices (breathwork, witness perspective/mindfulness, and bodywork) To learn more about Fleet and the Heart Mind Institute: https://www.heartmind.co/   Find Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #heartmindinstitute #collectivetrauma #mindfulness 

Ofer Niv is a transformational healer, mentor, and guide who specializes in shamanic energy work. He was born and raised on a kibbutz in Israel, Ofer served as a Commander in the Israeli army and studied philosophy and math before moving to the US. He studied computer science at UCLA and then worked for more than 35 years as in IT at Wells Fargo. A personal health crisis motivated him to search for healing beyond conventional medicine, and he now guides others in their healing journeys.    Here he and Dawson discuss:   Ofer's background The question to ponder: What in your body seems like something you can't change? Finding the source of problems; the seed might be in a previous lifetime Could your condition have a spiritual and energetic origin? High-frequency light Divine light oneness Scalar waves  How our individual meditation sessions radiate out to the world In meditation, see your light radiating out For more about Ofer Niv's work: https://alchemicalflame.com/   Find Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #healing #shamanicenergy   

Sarah Louise Lilley is a clinical Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT or “Tapping”) practitioner. A sought after coach and speaker, she helps equestrians overcome fears, blocks and trauma.Known for her holistic and heart-centered approach, Sarah equips riders with tools that cultivate ease, trust, and clarity by releasing the root causes of anxious thinking and limiting beliefs.Sarah has taken the stage at Warwick Schiller's Journey on Podcast Summit and appeared on numerous equestrian podcasts including: The Whole Equestrian with 5* Eventer Emily Hamel, WeHorse's The Equestrian Connection with Danielle Crowell, Horse Illustrated's Barn Banter and The Equestrian Podcast with influencer Bethany Lee.When she's not riding her horse or working with her clients, Sarah mentors the next generation of Practitioners at EFT Universe, the world's largest EFT certification program. She recently taught alongside Dawson Church at The Omega Institute.Connect with Sarah Lilley:https://www.emotionalfreedomwithsarah.com/EmotionalFreedomwithSarah@gmail.comInstagram: @SarahLouiseLilleySend us a message. We'd love to hear from you.Intro/Outro music provided by Justin Tamminga

Rick Olderman is a sports and orthopedic physical therapist, and the author of Pain Patterns and several other books. He has 30 years of clinical experience with chronic pain patients.    Here Rick and Dawson discuss:   The definition of acute versus chronic pain The 3 problems that cause almost all back pain Exercise: identifying chronic back pain by lying down, legs bent vs flat Why the posture with knees bent feels better? Fascial myofibroblasts have 6x the flexibility of regular fascia Old injuries  What to do if you're walking poorly and triggering pain? Tension in lower back  Unlocking your knees  Rick has so much wisdom to share; you can find him at: https://rickolderman.com/   View Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #painpatterns #sportstherapy #orthopedic #chronicpain 

Leah Linder is a naturopathic physician with a focus on botanicals and nutrition, and expertise in natural supplement formulation and manufacture. She is also a Master Gardener. Pam Conboy is a doctoral student in naturopathic medicine. She has spent her professional years educating practitioners about nutritional supplementation. Both are ordained ministers and shamanic practitioners.    Here they and Dawson discuss: Research on psilocybin for PTSD and addictions Microdosing  Plant medicine for profound understanding of something beyond self Lifestyle management  Serotonin receptors which synthesizes other neurotransmitters Transcendence of self Dopamine and oxytocin  Failure to seek social support The many layers of trauma For more information about Leah and Pam:  https://www.setasseminary.org/   View Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #naturalsupplementation #trauma #psilocybin      

Jennifer McLean is the author of 5 books and has appeared on FOX, ABC, CBS and other media. She created the first online summit in the personal development space, Healing With The Masters, which reached millions over 17 seasons. She is the creator of the Spontaneous Transformation Technique (STT) which helps release unconscious and unresolved trauma from the body.   Jennifer and Dawson have been friends for many years, and here they share about:  Jennifer's background Soul intention How dissonance creates a yearning for harmony The reason why the body doesn't know the difference between reality and a story Deep compassion and trust Fact: One thought of compassion is more powerful than evil Using the moment of your reaction to heal the part of you that's ready to heal The importance of spending 3 minutes just feeling your feelings Exercise: Say “I feel X” without telling the story behind the feeling Jennifer can be found at: www.spontaneoustransformationcertification.com/horoscope-stts    View Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/ And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #spontaneoustransformationtechnique #compassion #trauma

Dr. Carol Orsborn is the best-selling author of over 35 books including Spiritual Aging: Weekly Reflections for Embracing Life. Her earlier books include The Making of an Old Soul: Aging as the Fulfillment of Life's Promise and Older, Wiser, Fiercer. She has appeared on Oprah, NBC Nightly News and on The Today Show among many others. She has helped brands such as Ford, AARP, Prudential and Humana communicate with Baby Boomers.   Carol and Dawson discuss: Why aging in the best of times is difficult Searching for meaning and purpose Exploring aging as a spiritual experience Carol's story How to age positively What to do when you feel powerless and alone Unprecedented joy and fulfillment Learning to love aging is a new skill The reasons why older you get, the freer you get Living passionately and fully at any age   Discover more about Carol's work at: https://carolorsborn.com/   View Dawson's work at: http://dawsongift.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/     #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #aging #spiritualaging #embracinglife       

Imagine expanding your energy to fill the entire universe and then contracting it back. This exercise connects you deeply with the cosmos and grounds you back to yourself. In the latest Get Yourself Optimized podcast, Dawson Church and I delve deep into the transformative power of consciousness. Dawson is an award-winning author and a pioneer in energy healing, with three best-selling books, including Mind to Matter. We explore the profound impact of thoughts and emotions on physical reality through Dawson's groundbreaking scientific research. Discover how consciousness can affect even the fundamental forces of physics, altering everything from radioactive decay rates to shrinking tumors. We also dive into the neurochemical benefits of meditation, practical techniques for achieving transcendent states, and the science behind synchronicity. Dawson shares awe-inspiring stories and studies that challenge conventional understandings of the mind's power, including remarkable experiments with qi energy and the measurable impacts of remote healing. He also provides insights into the profound changes meditation can bring to your brain's structure and function. Plus, get practical tips on integrating these elevated states into daily life, managing stress, and leveraging your mind's potential for ultimate optimization. This episode will inspire and equip you to harness the extraordinary capabilities within you. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/498.

Theresa Cheung has been researching and writing about spirituality, dreams and the paranormal for the past twenty-five years. Her books, including The Premonition Code and Dreaming of Your Future have been translated into over 40 languages. She has appeared on many media outlets including the BBC, Coast to Coast, and ITV, and has her own popular spiritual podcast called White Shores. She works closely with scientists studying consciousness.    Here she and Dawson discuss:   Theresa's background Why where your attention goes during the day appears in your dreams Dream journaling Avoiding screens an hour before sleep Allowing the first half of your day to be quiet time just for you How dreams can alert you to medical conditions you might not know you have How the dreaming mind knows that your real wealth is your soul Ways dreams can show you your unconscious mindsets; things you aren't admitting to yourself Looking beneath the surface for meaning The practice of seeing your waking day as a dream   For more about Theresa's work: https://www.theresacheung.com/   For more about Dawson and his work: https://dawsonchurch.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/     #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #dreams #consciousness   

Send us a textWe explore the process of ecoMeditation in this episode, and Dawson Church brings suggestions that can make a difference for all of us.The interview covers the topic of eco meditation, a technique developed by Dawson Church that combines various meditation and relaxation practices in a specific sequence to help people quickly achieve a deep meditative state.  The discussion explores the science behind eco meditation, how it can rapidly change brain structure and function, and the potential for widespread societal impact if more people adopt the practice. Episode Highlights:Eco meditation combines techniques like heart coherence breathing, acupressure tapping, mindfulness, and self-hypnosis in a specific sequence to quickly induce a deep meditative state. [02:29]Practicing eco meditation for 30 days can lead to significant anatomical changes in the brain, including reduced activity in the default mode network and increased activity in the compassion and altruism network.Eco meditation can help rewire the brain to develop positive traits like happiness, gratitude, and resilience, rather than just temporary states. [18:15]Surrounding yourself with positive people, consuming positive media, and managing your own negative thoughts are also important for brain health and transformation. [14:23]If more people adopt practices like eco meditation, it could lead to a "blizzard of radical social change" towards greater compassion, kindness, and global wellbeing. [21:19]RESOURCES:Dawson's websiteThank you for listening to Evolving Humans! For consultations or classes, please visit my website: www.JuliaMarie.usEvolving Humans with Julia Marie is now on YouTube, and will offer more than the podcast episodes there, so give us a "SUBSCRIBE"!https://www.youtube.com/@EvolvingHumans731You can find my book, Signals from My Soul: A Spiritual Memoir of Awakening here: https://tinyurl.com/Book-Signals-from-My-Soul

Send us a textIf you find a regular meditation practice a challenge, this episode is for you.This interview covers Dawson Church's personal journey from a troubled childhood and disillusionment with religion to discovering the power of meditation and transcendent states of consciousness. [01:22] He discusses how his meditation practice helped him and his wife cope with the devastating loss of their home in a wildfire, and how this led them to rebuild their lives in a more intentional way. [10:13] The interview also explores the neuroscience behind meditation, including the default mode network and task positive network in the brain, and how meditation can shift the balance between these networks to promote happiness and well-being. [23:54]Highlights:Dawson had a troubled childhood and became disillusioned with religion, but had a transformative experience at age 15 that led him on a spiritual journey. [05:58]After years of studying spirituality and psychology, Dawson discovered the neuroscientific basis for transcendent states of consciousness, including bliss and ecstasy.When Dawson and his wife lost their home in a wildfire, he used his meditation practice and stress reduction techniques to not just survive, but thrive in the aftermath.The default mode network in the brain is associated with negative thinking about the past and future, while the task-positive network is associated with being present and in flow.Meditation can shift the balance between these networks, quieting the default mode network and activating the task positive network, leading to greater happiness and well-being. [23:59]Many Thanks to Pixabay's Piotr Witowski's meditation music 21784 and Nature's Eye Gentle Piano Meditation 9692 for the music beds for this episode.RESOURCES: https://eftuniverse.com/Dawson's WebsiteThank you for listening to Evolving Humans! For consultations or classes, please visit my website: www.JuliaMarie.usEvolving Humans with Julia Marie is now on YouTube, and will offer more than the podcast episodes there, so give us a "SUBSCRIBE"!https://www.youtube.com/@EvolvingHumans731You can find my book, Signals from My Soul: A Spiritual Memoir of Awakening here: https://tinyurl.com/Book-Signals-from-My-Soul

Jiulio Consiglio is a spiritual teacher and the author of Your Inner Healer, Open Your Third Eye, and The Healing Frequency. He focuses on the transformative power of inner stillness, the mind-body-spirit connection and the development of psychic abilities. His message is that there is life beyond fear and incessant thinking, and it is found in the dimension of inner stillness.    Here he and Dawson discuss:   Jiulio's story When you allow negative thoughts to remain unchallenged In the Inner Stillness, the mind is silence Surrender, trust, faith, no inner conflict Living moment by moment How attachment to outcomes is the source of our suffering, not desire Fearlessness, empowerment discernment unconditional love From the inner stillness you're observing the outer world  Becoming aware of the thinking mind and then the space between thoughts Enlightenment is awareness of inner stillness Why we never change when we're uncomfortable In the enlightenment state you're observing the outside world The key is to choose love and stillness consistently   For more information about Jiulio: https://www.jiulioconsiglio.com/   For more about Dawson: https://dawsonchurch.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/     #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #innerstillness #healingfrequency

C.J. Llewelyn, MEd, is a licensed professional counselor in private practice. She works with clients struggling with trauma and addiction. C.J. is a trained Internal Family Systems therapist and certified in EMDR. She uses polyvagal theory as a foundation for her work. She is a Reiki Master and curious observer of the human condition. Her book Chakras and the Vagus Nerve reveals the psychological dimensions each of your chakras holds and explains how your body experiences the pain of trauma.    Here she and Dawson discuss: Vagus patterns in the chakras Filtering and attuning to reading energies Feeling safe in our bodies allows us to connect with our spiritual experiences Compassionate connection with self and others The vagus nerve is bilateral, so as we use bilateral eye movements or tapping we no longer respond somatically to triggering stimuli When the trauma is cleared, you feel different in your body Exercise: Be curious about the energy in your body   To learn more about C.J.'s books and work: https://cjllewelyn.com/   Dawson can be found at: https://dawsonchurch.com/   And to preorder Dawson's next book, Spiritual Intelligence: https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/     #highenergyhealth #eft #meditation #chakras #vagusnerve #blissbrain #mindtomatter #spiritualintelligence       

Send Vanessa a Text MessageIn this episode, I sit down with world-renowned science writer and best-selling author, Dr. Dawson Church to discuss the incredible power of the mind and overcoming trauma, PSTD, and other emotional imbalances. His expertise in brain science, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), veteran mental health, and epigenetics has had an impact on millions worldwide. We cover a variety of different subjects during this chat including but not limited to:PSTD and how we can all experience it depending on the way our brain perceives experiences (stressors/stressful situations)How traumatic events can have different impacts on different peopleEFT (tapping) and how it can drastically diminish impacts of trauma/PTSDHow the brain and our emotional health is often left out of conversation when it pertains to healingHow negative thought patterns can drastically influence our lives and cause toxicitySlow healing processes and feeling stuck though you've "tried everything"EFT as a daily self-care habit and the danger of low-level anxiety Highlights from best-selling books: The Genie in Your Genes, Mind to Matter, and Bliss BrainEpigenetics and how beliefs and emotions can trigger the expression of DNA/genes How self-talk, the language we use, and our words matter Forms of meditation and its effectiveness based on scientific evidence Future book details (Spiritual Intelligence)Dr. Dawson Church Resources:EFT Manual/Eco-Meditation: https://eftuniverse.com/get-your-free-gifts/Future Book: https://spiritualintelligencebook.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawsonchurchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawson.church.3/Website: https://dawsonchurch.com/Veteran Help: https://www.stresssolution.org/EFT website: https://www.instagram.com/theeftuniverse/Show Resources:Vanessa's Discount Codes link: https://linktr.ee/thegiftofgoodsPodcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/well.with.vanessa/Podcast on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@IntentionallyWellPodcastVanessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/ Vanessa on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thegiftofgoodsPodcast on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@well.with.vanessaPodcast on X: https://x.com/wellwithvanessaEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comSupport the showPodcast Website: https://intentionallywellwithvanessalopez.buzzsprout.comThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Dr. Dawson "You can't change everything that happens to you, you can change absolutely everything that happens to you, from the standpoint by which you perceive it." Summary In this episode, Dr Espen had a chat with Dr. Dawson Church, a renowned science writer and expert in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, and spirituality. Tune in as they dive deep into the intricate connections between our thoughts, emotions, and genetic expression, exploring how these elements shape our reality and overall well-being.

James Doty, MD is a Tulane-trained neurosurgeon, Stanford professor, and New York Times bestselling author of Mind Magic and Into the Magic Shop. He is the founder and director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE) at Stanford, of which His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the founding benefactor. He holds multiple patents and is the former CEO of Accuray (ARAY:NASDAQ). Dr. Doty has given support to a number of charitable organizations supporting peace initiatives and providing healthcare throughout the world. Additionally, he has supported research, provided scholarships and endowed chairs at multiple universities.    Here he and Dawson reflect on: James' story Understanding that everyone is suffering Becoming friends with the Dalai Lama, Thich Nat Hanh, and Eckart Tolle To live in fear or love Seeing the suffering of others How your mental state has a profound effect on body Manifesting all the time and why the baggage we carry from childhood affects what we manifest The 6 to 10 million bits of information passing through our sensory system every second ...but we can only pay attention to 50 to 100 of these Creating neural pathways through repetition, embedding our intention Why embedded thoughts lock us into an unhealthy narrative To be a whole person you have to integrate your shadow ...every human being has one How to let the negative thoughts slide by, say “I deserve love and compassion”   For more information about Dr. Doty and his latest book:  https://www.jamesrdotymd.com/ His app can be found at: www.happi.ai   And to reach host Dr. Dawson Church: https://dawsonchurch.com/   #mindtomatter #spiritualintelligence #blissbrain #mindmagic #intothemagicshop #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth 

Themes: EFT, Tapping, PTSD, Meditation Episode: Have you ever wondered about our different brain states? Why does visualization or meditation make you feel better? How can we access our feel-good neurochemicals to actually change body chemistry and heal chronic symptoms like pain? We're going into the science behind this and more with Dr. Dawson Church. He is a best-selling science writer and the author of three award-winning books and is the founder of the Veterans Stress Solution, which has offered free PTSD treatment to over 22,000 veterans. Listen to today's episode to learn more about EFT, or Emotionally Focused Therapy, and how to rewire your brain for happiness.   Show Notes:  - Dr. Dawson's struggles with mental health as a teenager and how it led him to discovering energy psychology   - How stress can affect beta brain waves and cortisol and how that physically affects the body  - How tapping can drastically alter your mood and chronic symptoms  - How to heal from the effects of toxic positivity  - Ways to heal from mental health traumas caused by the COVID-19 Pandemic   - The Bliss Brain and practices to release feel-good neurochemicals  Resources: - Purchase a Vital-Side Gift Card for a minimum of $15 - Get the FREE meditation and tapping manual from Dr. Dawson Church - Visit Dr. Dawson Church's website - Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside or TikTok: @myvitalside - Visit Lindsay's Website - Click here for Lindsay's FREE Brain Retraining Guide  - Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co  - Visit Cait's Website - Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass

Welcoming Dawson Church to discuss his groundbreaking work in neuroscience and meditation. Dawson Church, known for his books 'Mind to Matter,' 'The Genie in Your Genes,' shares his journey and insights. They explore how meditation, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), and heart coherence impact mental and physical health, resilience, and well-being. Church delves into the science behind these practices, highlighting their effects on gene expression, cortisol levels, and brain structure. He encourages daily practice and leveraging both ancient techniques and modern research for longevity and mental clarity. The conversation also touches on Church's personal experiences, including overcoming adversity, and previews his upcoming book, 'Spiritual Intelligence,' which explores reaching transcendent states and their profound impact on life and health.     Connect with Dawson here:   Enjoy a free meditation and manual!   Pre-order Dawson's new book Spiritual Intelligence, and download the first 2 chapters     Our Sponsors: - Take the guesswork out of nutrition with @True Nutrition and get 15% off with code KKP at truenutrition.com/KKP! - Organifi's has everything health optimization. The Shilajit gummies are a game changer. Try them out and get a 20% discount www.organifi.com/KKP Use code KKP for 20% off! - If there's ONE MINERAL you should be worried about not getting enough of... it's MAGNESIUM. If your looking for great supplements at a great price... Head to http://www.bioptimizers.com/kingsbu now and use code KINGSBU10 to claim your 10% discount.   Connect with Kyle: I'm back on Instagram, come say hey @kylekingsbu Twitter: @kingsbu  Fit For Service Academy App: Fit For Service App  Our Farm Initiative: @gardenersofeden.earth  Odysee: odysee.com/@KyleKingsburypod  Youtube: Kyle Kingbury Podcast  Kyle's Website: www.kingsbu.com - Gardeners of Eden site   If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe & leave a 5-star review with your thoughts!  

Welcome to this week's episode of The Abundant Coach! Host Lauren Brollier Newton interviews Dawson Church, a leading expert in the science of intention and emotional transformation. Author of groundbreaking books like The Genie in Your Genes, Mind to Matter, and Bliss Brain, Dawson shares his remarkable journey from personal adversity to becoming a global thought leader in neuroscience and spirituality.This episode uncovers how coaches can harness the power of intention to improve their personal resilience and help clients achieve life-changing results. Discover practical tools like EFT tapping and eco-meditation, backed by scientific research, to create alignment between your conscious and subconscious intentions. Get ready to transform your coaching practice with a blend of science, spirituality, and actionable wisdom.Key Takeaways:The power of intention is real and measurable. Science shows how positive intention can reshape the brain and improve overall health and resilience.Alignment is everything. Conscious goals must harmonize with subconscious beliefs for intentions to manifest.EFT and eco-meditation are game-changers. These simple, evidence-based tools can help coaches and clients navigate challenges with grace and ease.Spirituality enhances coaching. By connecting with universal consciousness, coaches can elevate their impact and lead more fulfilled lives.Mindfulness is the foundation. Training the brain to focus on positivity leads to greater joy, improved health, and stronger client outcomes.To find out more about Dawson, visit: www.dawsonchurch.comTo connect with Lauren and find out more about how Brave Thinking Institute can support your coaching journey, visit: BTI.com/coachcertificationReady to take your coaching practice to the next level? Join The Life Coach Accelerator, a free 5-day challenge hosted by Lauren Brollier Newton. This challenge is perfect for aspiring coaches or those looking to achieve more success in their businesses.You'll learn how to:Discover your "why" and attract the clients you're meant to serve.Identify and overcome common money blocks.Build a sustainable, thriving coaching practice aligned with your purpose.Take the first step toward building the coaching business—and life—you've always dreamed of. Click here to join for free!

An enlightening conversation with Dr. Dawson Church, a leading expert on the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and neuroscience.

In this interview I interview bestselling author and renown scientist Dawson Church on how gene expression is influenced by emotions, how to cultivate peak states so our brains rapidly rewire themselves for happiness, and how to use Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT acupressure tapping) to manage trauma, PTSD, and physical health struggles. Dawson also takes us through a helpful tapping exercise.

In this episode of the Defender Podcast, hosts Rick Morton and Herbie Newell engage in a heartfelt discussion with Pastor Greg Matte of Houston's First Baptist Church about the church's adoption and foster care ministry. Pastor Matte shares his journey from being vocal about anti-abortion stances to actively supporting adoption as a proactive measure. He recounts the pivotal moment when his church raised substantial funds to support adoptive families, which led to the creation of a holistic ministry known as Legacy 68:5. This ministry offers comprehensive support, including counseling, therapy, and legal aid, all under one roof. Pastor Matte emphasizes the importance of taking incremental steps in faith and involving passionate church members in ministry leadership. The episode highlights the transformative impact of such ministries on both the families involved and the church community, showcasing how dedicated efforts can make significant differences in the lives of vulnerable children.GUESTGregg Matte is the senior pastor of Houston's First Baptist Church, leading the congregation since 2004. He founded Breakaway Ministries at Texas A&M University, the largest college Bible study in the nation. Gregg is an accomplished author of books like "Salvation Has Come" (2023) and "Capture the Moment" (2021). He holds degrees from Texas A&M University and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Gregg also serves on the boards of Houston Christian High School and Houston Christian University. He and his wife Kelly have two children.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children's Services and its ministry arms.CO-HOSTDr. Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.R(un) for One 2024Join us on September 7th for Lifeline Children's Services' R(un) for One 5K! This family-friendly event raises funds for vulnerable children worldwide through Lifeline's (un)adopted® international orphan care ministry.Whether in Birmingham or virtually, lace up and run for a cause that changes lives. The Birmingham race starts at Dawson Church's Recreation Center, with a 1-mile Fun Run for kids!Can't join in Birmingham? Sign up for our virtual run and receive a run packet to participate anywhere.Every step supports children finding love, education, and hope. Click here to register and learn more. Let's make a difference together!LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children's Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW USFacebook, Instagram, TwitterThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | Spotify

In a world where we are faced with daily stress and anxiety, finding solace can feel like an endless pursuit. What if there was a transformative practice that could offer relief? Join us in this eye-opening episode as we delve into the healing potential of EFT tapping with the esteemed Dawson Church. Uncover how this powerful exercise doesn't just alleviate anxiety but profoundly enhances overall well-being. Renowned in the field, Dawson Church dives deep into the scientific benefits of EFT tapping, revealing its remarkable impact on mental health. Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery as we explore practical techniques, compelling scientific research, and inspiring personal narratives showcasing the profound effectiveness of EFT tapping in fostering emotional healing and resilience against anxiety. Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-97  Learn more about Dawson Church here: https://eftuniverse.com/get-your-free-gifts/ Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters