BONUS EPISODE: GROUNDING-BREAKING: Yale Doctor DISCOVERS the Spiritual Science Behind the Universe with Dr. Anna Yusim

Dr. Eben Alexander spent over 25 years as an academic neurosurgeon, including 15 years at the Brigham & Women’s Hospital, the Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston. Over those years he personally dealt with hundreds of patients suffering from severe alterations in their level of consciousness. Many of those patients were rendered comatose by trauma, brain tumors, ruptured aneurysms, infections, or stroke. He thought he had a very good idea of how the brain generates consciousness, mind and spirit.In the predawn hours of November 10, 2008, he was driven into coma by a rare and mysterious bacterial meningo-encephalitis of unknown cause. He spent a week in coma on a ventilator, his prospects for survival diminishing rapidly. On the seventh day, to the surprise of everyone, he started to awaken. Memories of his life had been completely deleted inside of the coma, yet he awoke with memories of a fantastic odyssey deep into another realm – more real than this earthly one!His older son advised him to write down everything he could remember about his journey, before he read anything about near-death experiences, physics or cosmology. Six weeks later, he completed his initial recording of his remarkable journey, totaling over 20,000 words in length. Then he started reading, and was astonished by the commonalities between his journey and so many others reported throughout all cultures, continents and millennia.His journey brought key insights to the mind-body discussion and to our human understanding of the fundamental nature of reality. His experience clearly revealed that we are conscious in spite of our brain – that, in fact, consciousness is at the root of all existence.His story offers a crucial key to the understanding of reality and human consciousness. It will have a major effect on how we view spirituality, soul and the non-material realm. In analyzing his experience, including the scientific possibilities and grand implications, he envisions a more complete reconciliation of modern science and spirituality as a natural product.He has been blessed with a complete recovery that is inexplicable from the viewpoint of modern Western medicine.His latest book on the subject of consciousness and reality, Living in a Mindful Universe: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Heart of Consciousness, co-authored with Karen Newell, will be released in Fall 2017 by Rodale Books.His first book, Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Afterlife (2012), debuted at #1 on the New York Times Bestseller list and remained in the top ten for over a year. His second book, The Map of Heaven: How Science, Religion and Ordinary People are Proving the Afterlife (2014), explores humankind’s spiritual history and the progression of modern science from its birth in the seventeenth century, showing how we forgot, and are now at last remembering, who we really are and what our destiny truly is.His story was featured in a series of peer-reviewed medical articles about near-death experiences (NDEs) in Missouri Medicine(2015), now published as the book The Science of Near-Death Experiences (edited by John C. Hagan III, 2017). It concludes with his chapter, “Near-Death Experiences, The Mind-Body Debate, and The Nature of Reality.”A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Dr. Alexander received his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine in 1980. He taught neurosurgery at Harvard Medical School in Boston for fifteen years, and has performed over 4,000 neurosurgical operations. During his academic career he authored or co-authored over 150 chapters and papers in peer reviewed journals, authored or edited five books on radiosurgery and neurosurgery, and made over 230 presentations at conferences and medical centers around the world.Since Proof of Heaven was released in 2012, he has been a guest on The Dr. Oz Show, Super Soul Sunday with Oprah Winfrey, ABC-TV’s 20-20 and Good Morning America, FOX-TV’s FOX & Friends, and his story has been featured on the Discovery Channel and the Biography Channel. He has been interviewed for over 400 national and international radio and internet programs and podcasts. His books are available in over 40 countries worldwide, and have been translated into over 30 languages.Since his NDE, Dr. Alexander has dedicated himself to sharing information about near-death experiences and other spiritually-transformative experiences, and what they teach us about consciousness and the nature of reality.He continues to promote further research on the unifying elements of science and spirituality, and together with Karen Newell, regularly teaches others ways to tap into our greater mind and the power of the heart to facilitate enhancement of healing, relationships, creativity, guidance, and more.Enjoy my conversation with Dr. Eben Alexander.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

6 Okt 20231h 8min

Rizwan “Riz” Virk is a successful entrepreneur, venture capitalist, video game pioneer, bestselling author, and indie film producer. Riz is the founder of Play Labs@ MIT, and Bayview Labs, a Silicon Valley investment fund, and he is a mentor/advisor at 500 startups, Griffin Gaming Partners, Ridge Ventures and the MIT $100k Entrepreneurship Competition.Riz was an investor or founding team member at Tapjoy, Service Metrics, Discord, Telltale Games, PocketGems, and many others. His games included Tap Fish, Penny Dreadful: Demimonde, Grimm: Cards of Fate, and Bingo Run. Riz's films have included Thrive: What on Earth Will It Take, The Outpost, Mythica, Sirius, Knights of Badassdom, and many others.Riz writes on the intersection of science, science fiction, business, and spirituality. His startups, articles, and books have been featured in Techcrunch, Inc., Vox.com, The Boston Globe, NBCNews.com, Coast to Coast AM, and even the Daily Show with Jon Stewart.Riz received a B.S. in Computer Science and Engineering from MIT and an M.S. in Management from Stanford's Graduate School of Business.Please enjoy my conversation with Rizwan Virk.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

5 Okt 20231h 14min

Nichole Clark is an artist, best-selling author, and spiritual guide. She has been married to her sweetheart, Nate, for 20 years and together they have six children. After being a stay at home mom for 15 years, Nichole decided to pursue entrepreneurship. She’s tried a little bit of everything and gets the most excited about helping mothers feel, heal, and reveal their innermost divinity.Whether helping through her coaching, courses, books, or art, it all lights her up. She loves helping mompreneurs free themselves from stress and overwhelm in order to feel deep inner peace, freedom, and joy.Nichole has experienced a lot of trauma from unexpected deaths of her father and daughter, to leaving her high demand religion of 38 years, and is grateful for all she has learned. She loves the ups and downs of life and teaching the nuggets of wisdom she has acquired.Please enjoy my conversation with Nichole Clark.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

3 Okt 20231h 15min

Jose was an electrical engineer, a self-described atheist and closed minded skeptic when, at age 46, after a minor accident at work, he was administered medication in the ER that he was severely allergic to. That mundane mistake changed Jose’s life completely as the damage to his lungs from the reaction to the medication became severe and he was brought back to the ER where he flat lined for a total of 5 minutes. There, he experienced a journey that shattered his materialist perspective and every belief in ‘science’ he had held dear.Jose’s life changed dramatically as a result of this near-death experience. He endured a long and gruelling physical and emotional recovery, spending years in counselling trying to reconcile what had happened to him. He was introduced to IANDS and finally embraced his experience and new life path. He began creating art as a way to share his experience and as a form of meditation.Jose developed the breakthrough mindfulness practice, Inner Immersion, which is engineered to help others shed the layers which keep them from connecting with their true selves, without words or dogma. To date, Jose has worked with over a thousand people with the Inner Immersion Modality and has had success working with addiction, PTSD, releasing blocks and trauma as well as in the personal development and transformational fields.Jose’s transformational ‘ascension’ art has exhibited in galleries across the US and Canada. His work hangs in private and corporate collections worldwide and in permanent installations in the prestigious Cleveland Clinic collection, the Nicklaus Children’s Dan Marino Outpatient Centre in Florida, and other healing centres across the US and Canada. His limited edition book, Ethereal, is collaboration with Canada’s celebrated printer and book designer, Robert Reid. Ethereal offers the reader a glimpse, through the art and his wife, Anastasia’s poetry, into the ineffable world beyond the veil.Jose has co-founded Immersive Arts, a collaborative of art and design professionals to offer centering, calming experiences in institutional and corporate settings, while providing the platform for deeper quantitative research into the art’s impact on health and wellbeing outcomes. Jose is also a co-founder of Consciousness Café, a space to explore consciousness and some of the BIG questions, find resources and like minded community.Jose is a member of the Association of Transformational Leaders. He lives in British Columbia with his wife, Anastasia, and their youngest daughter, Gabrielle. He travels regularly to speak on his near death experience and on the effect of art on healing and wellness.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

2 Okt 20231h 15min

Paul Davids is an author, artist, and award-winning Hollywood film director. As an author, his most recent book is the ambitious 514-page non-fiction AN ATHEIST IN HEAVEN – THE ULTIMATE EVIDENCE FOR LIFE AFTER DEATH? It is co-authored with Professor Gary E. Schwartz, Ph.D., a scientist who is also a prolific author. In 1990, Lucasfilm contracted Paul Davids to co-write (with his wife, Hollace Davids) six STAR WARS books that weave stories featuring the STAR WARS characters that continue the STAR WARS saga after RETURN OF THE JEDI. Those books, which sold millions of copies in many languages, are THE GLOVE OF DARTH VADER, THE LOST CITY OF THE JEDI, ZORBA: The Hutt’s Revenge, MISSION FROM MOUNT YODA, QUEEN OF THE EMPIRE, and PROPHETS OF THE DARK SIDE.He has written, produced and/or directed 12 feature films, mainly distributed by Showtime (ROSWELL, 1994) and NBCUniversal International Television (STARRY NIGHT, THE SCI-FI BOYS, JESUS IN INDIA, BEFORE WE SAY GOODBYE, and THE LIFE AFTER DEATH PROJECT), with a film slated for release in 2016: MARILYN MONROE DECLASSIFIED. His entertainment production career started with the classic, original TRANSFORMERS animated episodes. You’ll find his name on 79 of those Marvel Productions shows as a production coordinator, and he also wrote some of the longtime favorites. He is a graduate of Princeton University, where he was an award-winning poet, leading to the publication of three books of his poetry, beginning with POEMS TO READ WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAYS (AND OTHER WAYS TO DIE LAUGHING). Paul Davids’ very first book (also co-written with his Hollace Davids) is a cross between Hawaiian mythology and fiction about Mark Twain’s early travels. The legendary Stan Lee wrote the foreword. It is called THE FIRES OF PELE: MARK TWAIN’S LEGENDARY LOST JOURNAL.Please enjoy my conversation with Paul J. Davids.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

1 Okt 20231h 5min

Gregg Braden is a renowned author, speaker, and pioneer in the field of bridging science, spirituality, and human potential. Born on June 28, 1954, in the United States, Braden has dedicated his life to exploring the intersections of ancient wisdom and modern science, offering profound insights into the nature of consciousness, healing, and the interconnectedness of all life.With a background in computer science and geology, Braden embarked on a journey to investigate the world's spiritual and mystical traditions.His work has often focused on the power of beliefs, emotions, and the mind in shaping our reality and health. He has explored topics such as the role of heart coherence, the science of miracles, and the wisdom of indigenous cultures.Bradens's best-selling books, including "The Divine Matrix," "The Isaiah Effect," and "The God Code," have been translated into multiple languages and have earned him a dedicated global following. He has also been a featured guest in documentaries and television programs, further sharing his insights with a broader audience. Through his lectures, workshops, and writings, Gregg Braden continues to inspire individuals worldwide to explore the untapped potential within themselves and to recognize the profound connections that bind all of humanity. His work encourages a deeper understanding of the human experience and the transformative power of conscious living.Please enjoy my conversation with Gregg Braden.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

30 Sep 202341min

Richard Gordon, founder of Quantum-Touch Organization, is a visionary and a pioneer. With over 40 years of experience in the field of energy medicine, Richard is the best-selling author of ‘Quantum-Touch: The Power to Heal’ and ‘Your Healing Hands - The Polarity Experience.’While attending Christos School of Natural Healing in Taos, New Mexico in the 70’s, Richard discovered the power of working with energy and hands-on healing. This work led to a wide range of further discoveries as Richard began to explore all the energies around his hands. He eventually met an awe-inspiring healer named Bob Rasmussen, who had an extraordinary ability to heal people’s bodies with his hands.Richard began apprenticing with him and this is how his work was born.Richard founded the Quantum-Touch organization more than 20 years ago. The organization currently has more than 1,000 certified practitioners in 50+ countries around the globe. Their vision and mission is to help improve the health and quality of life for many people using simple, easy to learn energy healing techniques.With his expertise and passion for sharing the message about hands-on healing, Richard has travelled around the globe to speak at medical centers, conferences, and chiropractic colleges. He was faculty at Heartwood Institute and the Holistic Health Institute.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

29 Sep 20231h 6min

Today's episode is nothing short of transformative, as we sit down with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar—a celebrated spiritual leader and humanitarian who has touched millions of lives with his teachings and mission.For those new to Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's work, let us introduce you to a man whose vision transcends borders and cultural barriers. His mission is straightforward yet profound: to create a world that is violence-free and stress-free. Imagine a global family united in compassion and peace.Sounds idyllic. But Sri Sri doesn't just dream—he takes practical steps to make this a reality.Over the years, Sri Sri has developed various methods that guide individuals toward mental tranquility and sharper focus. These aren't just philosophical musings; they are practical tools you can apply in your everyday life. Once you achieve this peaceful state of mind, you'll find not only the power to reach your own ambitions but also a renewed commitment to serving the greater good. In 1981, he founded the Art of Living Foundation, an educational body that operates in more than 150 countries.The Foundation's programs go beyond stress relief, igniting a sense of well-being that fuels both personal growth and community service. But Sri Sri didn't stop there.In 1997, he initiated another global venture, the International Association for Human Values (IAHV). This organization amplifies human values like compassion and commitment across various sectors, including politics, economics, and social causes. Both IAHV and the Art of Living Foundation collaborate on a range of humanitarian efforts. From conflict resolution and disaster relief to environmental conservation and education, these initiatives are building a better future for us all.So, are you intrigued to learn more from this global change-maker? Sit back and enjoy our riveting conversation with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. This is one discussion that promises to elevate your thinking and perhaps even inspire you to join his mission for a harmonious world.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

28 Sep 202342min