{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Light Within by Aura","title":"How Spirituality Changes Your Brain— And Heals Your Mind (Top Neuroscientist Explains)","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/fdfb7c37\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3807,"description":"Can spiritual practice rewire your brain? The science says yes.\nIn this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Andrew Newberg, a physician, neuroscientist, and pioneer in the field of neurotheology — the study of how spiritual practices affect the brain.\nDr. Newberg has spent decades studying the brain during spiritual practices like meditation and prayer. His key finding: mindfulness and reflection don’t just feel good— they physically reshape the brain, helping you feel calmer, clearer, and more connected.\nWhether you’re deeply religious, spiritual-but-not-religious, or just curious about the brain’s hidden potential— this episode might change how you see healing forever.\nIn this episode, you’ll learn:\n🧠 Why 8 billion people perceive reality differently— and what that reveals about truth, belief, and the brain\n🧬 The four core dimensions of healing: biological, psychological, social, and spiritual\n🧘‍♀️ What brain scans show during meditation, prayer, and trauma recovery\n🌊 Why “surrender” is a powerful and measurable brain state linked to transformation\n💫 How rituals, community, and individualized practices impact your well-being\n🙏 How people of any faith (or none at all) can access deep healing through spiritual practices\n🧩 Why your biology, upbringing, and environment may shape your health more than you realize\nGet 30 Days Free on Aura at: https://www.aurahealth.io/podcast30Join 8 million+ using Aura to find peace & transform their lives today. Code auto-applied at checkout.\nConnect with Dr. Newberg: \nWebsite: https://www.andrewnewberg.com/\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.andrewnewberg/?hl=en\n🎧 Listen & Subscribe here!\nYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@lightwithinpodcast\nApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/light-within-by-aura/id1817230276\nSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bagyehVCa2oVxFJwOo16b\n💌 Want new episode drops, expert mental health tips, and wellness wisdom straight to your inbox? Subscribe to the Light Within newsletter here:...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/TdbAW3dJauCm4hF5gqt8NrQUi-idFiqiisx5v9OIYHg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84MjI2/ODNmNGNiYWZjOWU3/NDA0OTIxYzU5NzZi/MjkyOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}