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How an intense spiritual retreat might change your brain

13 mins | Sep 17, 2021
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Time to start meditating? Feelings of unity, clarity and surrender that are associated with experiences of enlightenment can change our brains. Andrew Newberg, the director of research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health, explores how the real puzzle is understanding what can bring these major spiritual moments to the fore.

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