Resources
Science and Nonduality: The mission of Science and Nonduality (SAND) is to forge a new paradigm in spirituality, one that is not dictated by religious dogma, but that is based on the timeless wisdom traditions of the world, informed by cutting-edge science, and grounded in direct experience. Science and Nonduality
The Institute of Noetic Sciences: The institute founded in 1973 by Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell, it is a nonprofit research, education, and membership organization whose mission is supporting individual and collective transformation through consciousness research, educational outreach, and engaging a global learning community in the realization of our human potential.
(“Noetic” comes from the Greek word nous, which means “intuitive mind” or “inner knowing.”) IONS conducts, sponsors, and collaborates on leading-edge research into the potentials and powers of consciousness, exploring phenomena that do not necessarily fit conventional scientific models while maintaining a commitment to scientific rigor. Institute of Noetic Sciences
Stillness Speaks: This website is a great resource for exploration into the many wisdom traditions on the journey of self-realization. It offers the insights of renowned teachers and spiritual paths, both ancient and contemporary. The staff of Stillness Speaks is committed to collecting and publishing authentic resources ranging from spiritual and philosophical to scientific.
As noted on their site, “The greatest mystery of all: as your journey progresses, you will discover that there truly is only one teacher and that teacher is ultimately found within. Until then, we have many sages that guide us along … or illuminate the way.” Stillness Speaks
Awaken A wonderful online source featuring topics such as body- mind-spirit health, wisdom teachers, thoughts on the journey of spiritual transformation, interviews with spiritual leaders, the environment, insights about various spiritual traditions, the human biofield, and energy medicine. Founded by David Welch, who is also the producer of the award-winning movie “Peaceful Warrior.” Awaken
The Center for Action and Contemplation: Their programs and resources are designed to help deepen prayer practice and strengthen compassionate engagement in the world. The Center’s teachings are rooted in the Christian contemplative tradition and point to our oneness with God and each other.
Father Richard Rohr’s vision has always been about providing spiritual grounding for a movement of contemplative activists, prophetic leaders, and spiritual seekers. In the tradition of Christ, St. Francis, and all mystics, the role of the Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC) is to provide spiritual wisdom and guidance to support both inner and outer transformation. CAC
Dr. Deepak Chopra Founder of the Chopra Center and a world renowned doctor in integrative medicine, his books explore the intersection of science and spirituality. Dr Chopra is a thought leader in mind-body health, personal growth, and more. He is dedicated to empowering personal transformation for our collective well-being. Dr. Chopra
Spirituality & Practice This content-rich site creates, compiles, and curates a multifaith and inter-spiritual wisdom archive devoted to those on the spiritual journey. The name reflects the awareness that spirituality and practice are two areas where the world’s religions and spiritual paths often converge.
While respecting the differences among traditions, they also celebrate what they share in common. They acknowledge the active presence of Spirit in all aspects of everyday life, and focus on both personal and cultural resources that express the quest for meaning and purpose, healing, inner work and constructive action in the world. Spirituality & Practice
Contemplative Outreach is a spiritual network of individuals and small faith communities committed to living the contemplative dimension of the Gospel. The common desire for Divine transformation, primarily expressed through a commitment to a daily Centering Prayer practice, unites their international, interdenominational community.
Contemplative Outreach serves over 40,000 people annually; supports over 120 active contemplative chapters in 39 countries; supports over 800 prayer groups; teaches over 15,000 people the practice of Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices through locally-hosted workshops; and provides training and resources to local chapters and volunteers. They also publish and distribute the wisdom teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating and other resources that support the contemplative life. Contemplative Outreach
IANDS The International Association for Near-Death Studies is an educational nonprofit organization. It focuses its resources on providing the highest quality information available about NDE-related subjects. Their purpose is to promote exploration of near-death and other transformative and spiritual experiences, and the implications for our understanding about life, the Divine, and our human purpose. IANDS
Sources of information on Spiritual Awakening, Meditation, Empowered Living, and Healing
There are so many extraordinary authors and wisdom teachers, among them Wayne Dyer, Louise Hay, Eckhart Tolle, Michael Singer, Dr. David Hawkins, Matt Kahn, Marianne Williamson, Neville Goddard, Caroline Myss, Florence Scovell Shinn, Ernest Holmes, Neale Donald Walsch, Sue Morter, and Brene Brown, to name a few. (For additional information as well as book recommendations, access the Essential Healing page, in the section Those Who Light the Way.)
On Mindfulness
The research, books and teachings of Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, a professor emeritus of medicine, the creator of the ‘Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society’ at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, and the founder of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) technique.
Mind-Body Healing Modalities
On the power of visualization: David R. Hamilton, Joe Dispenza, Gregg Braden, Lynne McTaggart
On Qigong: Kenneth Cohen, Lee Holden
On EMDR : Francine Shapiro, and EFT: Dawson Church, Jessica Ortner, Gary Craig
Health
M..D.’s dedicated to holistic health whose websites and books focus on integrative medicine, optimal healing and nutrition: Andrew Weil, Mark Hyman, Rangan Chatterjee
Epigenetics: Dr. Bruce Lipton, Dr. Shamini Jain
Drs. (chiropractic) celebrated for excellence in the fields of natural medicine and healthy living: Josh Axe, Will Cole.
(This is not health or medical advice. Please see Disclaimer, Terms & Conditions.)