#stroke of insight

[essentials]

Jill Bolte Taylor’s stroke of insight Uploaded on 13 Mar 2008 Neuroanatomist Jill Bolte Taylor had an opportunity few brain scientists would wish for: One morning, she realized she was having a massive stroke.

[moderndaoist]

This is a wonderful Ted Talk given by a Neuroanatomist, Jill- She had the unique opportunity to study what it felt like to have a stroke, from the inside of her own mind.

Her explanations on the duality of the human brain reminds me in a lot of ways of Daoism. When she talks about having the ability to set aside ourselves and connect with the energy around us, feel how we are so much more than just individuals- I feel that way about connecting with the Dao. When I meditate & put aside my earthly concerns, my stress, my emotion- I feel at one with the energy of the Dao around me. 

The video is about 20 minutes long, if you have the time I suggest watching it!

(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyyjU8fzEYU)

[gutsreads]

We are the life force power of the universe with manual dexterity and two cognitive minds. And we have the power to choose, moment by moment, who and how we want to be in the world.

Jill Bolte Taylor's Stroke of Insight

[talesofanoms1]

a pretty cool story - in a neuro mood today

[little-golden-lotus]

I recently watched this TED talk about Jill Bolte Taylor’s experience of having a stroke, and, being a neuroscientist, being able to observe her own brain from the inside. This video fills me with so much hope and happiness. I love when science and spirituality come together! This is a must watch! <3

[laviesepoursuit]

an emotional and beautiful talk given by jill bolte taylor, a neuroanatomist who experienced a stroke that quieted her left brain and allowed her to explore her own consciousness.

goal: to find that quiet through meditation

[livingcremation-blog]

anatomical spiritualism

[zwelt]

"Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor

Actually moved me to tears. This woman is so incredible.