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The concept of telekinesis—the ability to use the power of thought or focused intention without any physical intervention to induce movement in objects at rest or influence the movement of objects and physical systems already in motion—is often relegated to the realm of science fiction and paranormal-themed movies. But even though telekinesis seemingly contradicts the… Continue reading An Introduction to Telekinesis

Though his groundbreaking work formed the basis of what would become the field of quantum physics, Albert Einstein would famously reject the theory, saying “I am at all events convinced that He [God] does not play dice.” He also dismissively labeled quantum particle behavior as “spooky action at a distance.”  Why was Einstein so rattled… Continue reading An Introduction to Quantum Physics

Some people just seem to excel when the situation calls for it. Certain athletes have an uncanny ability to go into “the zone” and get the job done in the clutch; well-prepared students with good study habits tend to do well on tests; and many of us have experienced days when everything unfolds perfectly at… Continue reading An Introduction to Peak Performance

What is astral projection? Is it real? Have you ever had the feeling of your mind being outside your body—maybe looking down, or up, or across the room at yourself? About 10 percent of people report having had an out-of-body experience at least once.  Some take this unbound consciousness as proof of the existence of… Continue reading An Introduction to Astral Projection

What’s it like to raise a daughter? The answer to that question is as different as each individual child, as well as each individual parent. Whether you find yourself as mother, father, extended family, or mentor to a young girl or woman, here are some tips for fostering the best relationship possible with her as… Continue reading An Introduction to Raising Daughters

Listen to your conscience, the old saying goes. But how do we follow that advice, and what do we do when staying true to our conscience contradicts conventional wisdom and behaviors expected or encouraged by society? Before listening to our conscience, we must be capable of identifying what it is. Broadly speaking, having a conscience… Continue reading An Introduction to Conscience

What is my fate? Is it predetermined? What if I had made different choices? Can I change my fate? These are questions that people have wrestled with throughout history. The synonyms of fate such as destiny and karma—and even their antonyms, like chance and free will—are all variations on the theme of the eternal question… Continue reading An Introduction to Fate

Originally recorded on March 18, 2022. In this class, psychoanalyst and author Erica Komisar discusses the science behind raising resilient adolescents, an age group that is facing more mental distress than ever.  Ms. Komisar focuses on the importance of parents to provide emotional regulation during this critical window of brain development to increase emotional security,… Continue reading Raising Resilient Adolescents with Erica Komisar

In the context of human lifespans, “longevity” refers to how long someone lives and is generally understood to apply to people on the longer end of the life expectancy spectrum. Longevity is something we can exert varying degrees of control over, although there are always variables that may influence the context of the choices available… Continue reading An Introduction to Longevity

Most of us have had the experience of having a dream so real, we wake up wondering if it really happened. Maybe we’ve also had the experience of knowing we are dreaming, and even knowing ourselves as directors of the action in the nighttime movies of our minds.  Why do some dreams feel so real?… Continue reading An Introduction to Lucid Dreaming