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Spiritual Experiences

The Only Place in the Universe

Andrew Z. Cohen | Posted 04.23.2013 | Healthy Living
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Andrew Z. Cohen

I had my first spiritual experience when I was 16 years old. I was sitting up late one night having a conversation with my mother about something I can't remember, when for no apparent reason, the doors of perception opened wide.

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The Mystical Experience

Garry Gilfoy | Posted 02.04.2013 | Healthy Living
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Garry Gilfoy

There are many out there who have had transcendent experiences that remain in the closet. The stories I tell are based on interviews with people from diverse walks of life. They are all genuine, honest people.

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Science and Spirituality: Observations from Modern Consciousness Research

Stanislav Grof, M.D., Ph.D. | Posted 05.25.2011 | Religion
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Stanislav Grof, M.D., Ph.D.

There is no doubt that the dogmas of organized religions are generally in fundamental conflict with science. However, the situation is very different in regard to authentic mysticism based on spiritual experiences.

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