Science and Spiritual Practices

Transformative Experiences and Their Effects on Our Bodies, Brains, and Health

By: Rupert Sheldrake

Narrated by: Rupert Sheldrake

The effects of spiritual practices are now being investigated scientifically as never before, and many studies have shown that religious and spiritual practices generally make people happier and healthier. In this pioneering book, Rupert Sheldrake shows how science helps validate seven practices on which many religions are built, and which are part of our common human heritage: meditation, gratitude, connecting with nature, relating to plants, rituals, singing and chanting, and pilgrimage and holy places.

Sheldrake summarizes the latest scientific research on what happens when we take part in these practices, and suggests ways that listeners can explore these fields for themselves. For those who are religious, Science and Spiritual Practices will illuminate the evolutionary origins of their own traditions and give a new appreciation of their power. For the nonreligious, this audiobook will show how the core practices of spirituality are accessible to all.

This is an audiobook for anyone who suspects that in the drive toward radical secularism, something valuable has been left behind. Rupert Sheldrake compellingly argues that by opening ourselves to the spiritual dimension, we may find the strength to live more fulfilling lives.

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Beautiful in its simple descriptions and plain text.

You would think the ambiguous nature of the metaphysical and mankind’s journey through it wouldn’t be so simple to explain but Sheldrake’s masterful take makes it seem so easy.
Thank you.

Love it

As always, another epic book by Rupert Sheldrake. Well worth a listen! I find listening to him is very enjoyable as well as enlightening. Thank you and Om Shanti.

Love the intertwining of science and spirituality

I have followed Rupert Sheldrake‘s work for a number of years now and so appreciate his capacity as a scientist and a spiritual being to create conscious connections between those worlds.

Important invitation to spirituality

I very much enjoyed many parts of this book, particularly the personal stories of Prof. Sheldrake. I would maybe give the story a higher rating if all of the material were new to me. Many will find it revelational.

Love the book

This book gave an excellent review of spiritual practices an science together! Many studies were referenced which helped the book flow and show that with scientific research certain spiritual practices are beneficial to our mental, spiritual, and physical health.