|
|
Article: Brain functioning as the ground for spiritual experiences and ethical behavior.
- Article from:
- The FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin
- Article date:
- May 1, 2009
- Author:
CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 2009 Federal Bureau of Investigation. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
|
While it seems uncommon to have the words brain and spiritual experiences in the same phrase, placing the terms spirituality and law enforcement together may appear even more so. The author contends, however, that brain functioning is fundamental to both spiritual experiences and the complex decisions that law enforcement officers must make every day. In addition, he explores how spiritual experiences can reverse the negative impact of noxious ones on brain functioning and enhance individual well-being.
The brain transforms sensations of outer objects into perceptions and inner intentions into actions. We cannot see the mind think, but we can see the brain fire. ...
Related newspaper, magazine, and journal articles:
|
|
Article: OSWEGO NATIVE RELATES HIS SPIRITUAL ...
The Post-Standard (Syracuse, NY);
June 4, 2006 ;
322 words
...Byline: Laura T. Ryan The Rev. Richard Sivers has written a book, "The Mystic Vision" (Infinity Publishing), about his spiritual journey and the mystical visions he has experienced. An Oswego native, Sivers has been pastor at Minetto Community United Methodist Church since 1997.
|
|