What if a near-death experience could radically reshape your understanding of life?
In this episode, Dr. Eben Alexander shares the profound insights he gained from his own extraordinary NDE (Near Death Experience), following a week-long coma induced by a rare E. coli bacterial meningoencephalitis. Dr. Alexander takes us on a journey through otherworldly realms, including a light-filled portal and encounters with angelic beings. His experience, alongside remarkable NDEs from figures like Anita Morjani, Dr. Mary C. Neal and many others, offers a compelling challenge to conventional materialist views on consciousness.
Transitioning from a successful neurosurgeon to a prominent speaker and author, Dr. Alexander explores the scientific and spiritual implications of moving beyond materialist preconceptions. He delves into scientific studies on NDEs, consciousness and the afterlife, shedding light on the profound interconnectedness of consciousness through love.
This episode offers a hopeful perspective on the power of love and collective consciousness, emphasising the potential for spiritual awakening to foster peace and harmony in our world.
ABOUT OUR GUEST: DR EBEN ALEXANDER
Dr. Eben Alexander, a former academic neurosurgeon with over 25 years of experience, including 15 years at Harvard Medical School, has treated numerous patients with severe brain conditions. In 2008, he experienced a week-long coma caused by a rare bacterial infection. During this time, he had a profound near-death experience that transformed his understanding of consciousness, suggesting it exists beyond the brain.
His journey is documented in his bestseller “Proof of Heaven,” which stayed on the New York Times Bestseller list for over a year. His subsequent books, “The Map of Heaven” and “Living in a Mindful Universe,” further explore the intersection of science and spirituality.
Dr. Alexander has been featured on major media outlets like The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul Sunday, and ABC’s Good Morning America. He continues to share his insights through lectures, interviews, and collaborations with co-author Karen Newell, focusing on the deeper connections between science and spirituality.
IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:
Table of Contents
Introduction to Dr. Eben's Journey and NDE
Dr. Eben Alexander’s Near-Death Experience (NDE): Explore the profound story of Dr. Eben’s near-death experience during a week-long coma caused by E. coli bacterial meningoencephalitis. Hear firsthand accounts of his journey beyond the physical realm.
Exploring Ultra-Real Realms: Dr. Alexander shares vivid details of his journey through ultra-real realms, including ascending through a brilliant light portal and encountering a beautiful spirit guide. The angelic choirs and divine presence that transformed his understanding of existence.
Medical case report on Dr Eben’s medical records in Journal of Nervous & Mental Disease, Sept 2018 by Surbhi Khanna, MD, Lauren E. Moore, MD, and Bruce Greyson, MD – HERE
- Dream/hallucination was not possible in Dr Eben’s brain as he was way too sick. “It was because he had a Near Death Experience”
Challenging Conventional Views on Consciousness
From Materialism to Spirituality: Dr. Eben’s transition from a materialist neuroscientist to a proponent of spiritual consciousness. Understand how his NDE challenged and changed his views on the nature of reality.
Insights from Other NDE Cases: Dive into the experiences of notable figures like Anita Morjani and Dr. Mary C. Neal, whose near-death experiences provide further evidence of consciousness existing beyond physical death.
Groundbreaking Research on NDEs & Consciousness
Groundbreaking Research at the University of Virginia: Learn about the pioneering work from the University of Virginia Division of Perceptual Studies, which investigates the nature of consciousness and evidence for life after death. Discover key studies that support the possibility of consciousness existing beyond the brain.
- In the last 6 decades they studied more than 2500 cases of past-life memories in children, of those cases more than 1700 are “solved” = they actually found the person who lived before. More HERE.
Bigelow Institute Studies: Delve into research funded by the Bigelow Institute, which explores the scientific investigation of consciousness and its survival after physical death. How these studies contribute to the broader discussion on the continuity of consciousness.
- 29 essays establish the reality of the afterlife & provide strong evidence supporting the reality of reincarnation, written by scientists who had to prove at least 5 years of experience researching the afterlife topic. More HERE.
Scientific groups Dr Eben is on the advisory board for:
Transformative Practices for Deepening Awareness
The Power of Meditation and Centering Prayer: Explore how regular meditation and centering prayer practices can help you access deeper states of consciousness.
Sacred Acoustics: How Sacred Acoustics uses specific sound frequencies to facilitate profound spiritual experiences and improve self-awareness. Understand how these tools can help in accessing altered states of consciousness and enhancing meditation – More HERE
The Role of Binaural Beats: Examine the use of binaural beats in meditation, which can synchronize brainwave activity and enhance spiritual experiences. Learn about their effects on consciousness and their potential for facilitating deeper meditative states.
The Power of 'Life Reviews' and Deep Time in the Afterlife
Understanding Life Reviews in NDEs: The ‘life review’ process that many people report during near-death experiences. Explore how these reviews offer a comprehensive reflection on one’s life choices and actions.
The Journal of Near Death Studies in Autumn 2021 posted a paper on almost 700 life reviews amongst several thousand NDEs.
- 74% of those life reviews say that when going through NDE you relive the events from everyone’s perspective who was involved.
- 45% of those life reviews said it was more like a “reliving of events, not a remembering” with extremely intricate details.
Concept of Deep Time: Delve into the idea of deep time as experienced in NDEs. Understand how this concept challenges our conventional understanding of time and its implications for spiritual growth and evolution.
Personal Reflections and Lessons Learned
Overcoming Personal Challenges: Dr. Alexander’s reflections on overcoming personal adversities, including his experiences with adoption, abandonment, and alcoholism. Learn how these experiences have shaped his understanding of love and healing.
Universal Love and Responsible Stewardship: The importance of living with universal love and taking responsibility for our planet. Dr. Alexander discusses how his experiences have led him to advocate for compassion and stewardship.
The Immense Potential of Spiritual Awakening
The Impact of Collective Consciousness: Explore how a collective spiritual awakening can foster global peace and harmony. How shared spiritual insights can lead to transformative change in society.
A Hopeful Perspective on Interconnectedness: Interconnectedness and the power of spiritual awakening to bring about positive transformation. How embracing these insights can lead to a more compassionate and harmonious world.
Closing Thoughts and Further Exploration
Practical steps you can take to incorporate the insights from this episode into your own spiritual practices. Explore ways to engage with meditation, and several other tools to enhance your spiritual growth.
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Other Resources:
- Karen Newell (co-founder of Sacred Acoustics) & Eben Alexander’s book: “Living in a Mindful Universe” – HERE
- Other books by Dr Eben Alexander – HERE
- 10th anniversary edition of Proof of Heaven with additional 36 pages which cover more research from past 15.5 years since Dr Eben’s NDE. – HERE
- EMDR eye movement – HERE
- “Efficacy of Binaural Beat Meditation Technology for Treating Anxiety Symptoms” by Anna Yusim MD, on the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease supporting the role of sacred acoustics in alleviating anxiety – HERE
- 26% reduction of anxiety symptoms w/ Binaural Beat meditation vs 7% reduction for people who received standard talk therapy for anxiety
- Bruce Greyson MD – ‘sceptical psychiatrist’ who studied NDEs for more than 45 years – HERE
- Guy Lyon Playfair – “Twin Telepathy” – HERE
- Gregory Shushan: NDEs in Indigenous cultures – HERE
- Roland Griffith’s PHD at Johns Hopkins University. Psychedelic substances study – One dose of psilocybin effective 1 year post treatment at alleviating severe substance addiction – HERE
- 80% success rate 1 year after 1 dose
- Article (1912): scientists point out that burning of carbon fuels will ultimately heat up the planet – HERE
- COMING SOON: Steve Taylor – “Time Expansion Experiences” book on time & world of possibility, waking up to deeper reality of primordial mind & meaning of purpose. endorsed by Dr Eben – HERE
- Michael Singer’s best-selling book, “The Untethered Soul” – HERE
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