May 06, 2025

Andrew Newberg on What Makes Us Feel Like We Matter | EP 607

55 minutes

In this thought-provoking episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles is joined by renowned neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Newberg, a pioneer in the field of neurotheology—the science at the intersection of the brain, belief, and spirituality.

Together, they explore a powerful question: What makes us feel like we matter?

Dr. Newberg shares groundbreaking research on how the brain processes spiritual experiences, what happens neurologically when we meditate or pray, and why our deepest beliefs play a vital role in shaping our sense of purpose, connection, and emotional resilience.

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Key Takeaways:

The neuroscience behind belief, purpose, and spiritual practice

How mindfulness reshapes the brain’s architecture

Why people with spiritual habits tend to live with more hope

And how to reinforce your sense of mattering every day

For more information on Dr. Andrew Newberg: https://www.andrewnewberg.com/

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