At Spirit Fest USA in Dulles, Virginia, we sat down with Vanessa Anseloni from the Spiritist Society of Virginia for a conversation that bridged neuroscience, spirituality, and service to humanity. What we discovered was a movement dedicated to teaching, healing, and inspiring...rooted in Spiritism, a philosophy and science exploring our nature, origins, and destiny as immortal beings.
 
Vanessa, a neuroscientist and psychologist, shared how the Society blends rigorous study with heart-centered practice, offering free programs for children, teens, and adults. From lessons on emotional intelligence to outreach for the homeless in Washington, D.C., their mission is grounded in compassion and inclusivity, welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds.

We dive deep into:

• What Spiritism really is and how it connects the physical and spiritual realms
• The groundbreaking MRI research revealing the “spiritual brain”
• Why mastering your emotional intelligence is essential before deep spiritual work
• The Society’s powerful outreach programs, and why kids play a central role
• Mediumship in your DNA: the science and history behind this innate human gift
• How Spiritist Parenting, Kardec Radio, and the Spiritist Magazine are helping spread light globally

Along the way, Vanessa shares fascinating stories, like asking her spirit guides for help during her master’s degree exams, and waking with exactly the information she needed. We also explore how Spiritist lessons for children (including wisdom from Benjamin Franklin’s 13 virtues!) are shaping the next generation of compassionate, conscious leaders. 

This episode is a reminder that spirituality isn’t about abandoning reason; it’s about aligning the mind and heart to better serve yourself, your community, and the world.
 
Links & Resources: 
Spiritist Society of Virginia 
Free Apps: Kardec Radio, Spiritist Magazine, Spiritist Parenting
The Spirit’s Book by Allan Kardec 
Kardec Radio – 24/7 international spiritual programming
 
If you’ve ever wondered how science, mediumship, and volunteer service can come together to create real change...this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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