Exploring Brain and Mind

• Episode 45 - What the World Can Learn From … Indigenous Wisdom

  Episode Summary:In this opening episode of the “What the World Can Learn From...” series, \ explore the mindset and worldview of Indigenous cultures — a way of thinking rooted in connection, balance and reciprocity.I explain how Indigenous wisdom sees humans as part of nature, not separate from it, and how this worldview fosters emotional wellbeing, environmental respect and social harmony. Through stories, gratitude practices and a cyclical understanding of time, these traditions teach us how to live with more patience, humility and purpose.Listeners are invited to reflect on how reconnection – to community, to the Earth and to meaning – could reshape the modern mind.Key Takeaways:·      Indigenous worldviews are built on the principle that everything is connected — humans, animals, plants and the Earth form one living system.·      Time is viewed as cyclical, teaching patience, sustainability and responsibility for future generations.·      Knowledge is experienced and shared through stories, rituals and lived practice – not just intellect.·      Reciprocity and gratitude sustain balance and wellbeing; taking and giving are equally important.·      Healing is seen as collective and relational, addressing emotional and spiritual balance.·      Reconnecting with Indigenous wisdom may help Western societies rediscover a more sustainable and compassionate mindset.SEO Keywords:Indigenous wisdom, Indigenous mindset, First Nations worldview, brain and connection, reciprocity and wellbeing, nature and mental health, collective healing, ancient wisdom and neuroscience, cyclical time, cultural psychology, connection mindset, sustainable thinking, Indigenous philosophy, ancestral knowledge, brain-based leadership and community, emotional intelligence and gratitudeFurther information and links about Host Elke Wallace:Exploring Brain and Mind is currently a one-person venture with limited financial resources.. Therefore, donations would be greatly appreciated to help improve services.Donation link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/a91052d4-5b30-406a-a41c-158c4b5f9cc0/donationsTo find out more about Mastering Your Mind Matters and its range of services, please visit www.masteringyourmindmatters.com.Email: [email protected] find out more about the host you can follow Elke Wallace onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elke-a-wallaceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElkeWallaceBusinessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elkeawallaceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@e.ahttps://www.instagram.com/elkeawallace/.wallace?lang=enSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/exploring-brain-and-mind/exclusive-content

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• Episode 44 - The Profile vs. The Proof: Comparing Criminal Profiling and Forensic Psychology

  Episode SummaryThis episode dives into the crucial difference between the investigative tool of criminal profiling and the scientific discipline of forensic psychology. Using the infamous DC Sniper case (Muhammad and Malvo) as a stark example, I expose the limitations and potential dangers of relying on speculative profiles.I explore the high-stakes world of forensic psychologists who, unlike fictional profilers, use rigorous, evidence-based methods to assess a known individual for legal purposes – addressing mental state, competency and risk in court. This discussion illuminates the real, unbiased work that happens in the intersection of psychology and the justice system.Key Takeaways·      Criminal Profiling is an investigative tool for an unknown offender, often relying on intuition and pattern recognition. ·      Forensic Psychology is a scientific discipline applying standardized, validated methods to a known individual for legal questions (e.g., competency, sanity, risk assessment).·      The Burden of Scientific Rigor: To be admissible in court, a forensic psychologist's testimony must meet strict scientific standards, focusing on tested methods and known error rates. Profiling rarely meets this bar.·      The Myth of the Profiler: Media may portray profilers as all-knowing detectives. In reality, modern forensic experts prioritize clinical assessments, data analysis and ethical, unbiased reporting to assist the judge and jury.SEO KeywordsForensic Psychology, Criminal Profiling, Investigative Psychology, Competency to Stand Trial, Serial Killer Profile, Forensic ScienceFurther information and links about Host Elke Wallace:Exploring Brain and Mind is currently a one-person venture with limited financial resources.. Therefore, donations would be greatly appreciated to help improve services.Donation link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/a91052d4-5b30-406a-a41c-158c4b5f9cc0/donationsTo find out more about Mastering Your Mind Matters and its range of services, please visit www.masteringyourmindmatters.com.Email: [email protected] find out more about the host you can follow Elke Wallace on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elke-a-wallaceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElkeWallaceBusinessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elkeawallaceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@e.ahttps://www.instagram.com/elkeawallace/.wallace?lang=enSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/exploring-brain-and-mind/exclusive-content

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• Episode 43 - Energy, Brain and Mind: The Invisible Connection

  Episode SummaryIn this episode of Exploring Brain and Mind, I delve into the fascinating relationship between energy, the brain and the mind – a topic that bridges neuroscience, psychology and ancient wisdom traditions.I explain how the brain consumes and manages energy on a physical level, how emotions and thoughts influence our energetic state and how cultural concepts like Qi, Prana, and Mana describe energy as a flowing life force. I also explore how energy healing practices, mindfulness and intention can restore balance and harmony between body, brain and mind.Listeners will discover how energy shapes focus, emotion and wellbeing – and learn practical ways to notice, protect and recharge their own mental and emotional energy in daily life.Key Takeaways·      The brain is a high-energy organ, using around 20% of the body’s energy to fuel every thought, emotion and action.·      Emotional energy is “energy in motion” – emotions like joy or gratitude expand energy flow, while chronic stress depletes it.·      Ancient teachings from China, India and Polynesia describe life energy (Qi, Prana, Mana) as a force that must flow freely for health and balance.·      Modern research supports the benefits of energy practices such as meditation, yoga and tai chi for regulating brainwave activity and reducing stress.·      The mind directs energy through thought and intention – positive focus and compassion can harmonise both body and brain.·      Recharging energy involves mindful breathing, grounding, emotional boundaries, quality sleep, movement and meaningful connection.·      Energy awareness allows us to recognise when we’re depleted, restore our inner balance and radiate calm, vitality and clarity.SEO Keywordsenergy and the brain, mind energy, emotional energy, mental fatigue, neuroscience and energy, Qi and Prana, Mana Hawaiian spirituality, energy flow and balance, energy healing, brain energy use, mindfulness and energy, neuroplasticity and focus, brain coherence, spiritual energy and science, stress and energy depletion, how to recharge mental energyFurther information and links about Host Elke Wallace:Exploring Brain and Mind is currently a one-person venture with limited financial resources.. Therefore, donations would be greatly appreciated to help improve services.Donation link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/a91052d4-5b30-406a-a41c-158c4b5f9cc0/donationsTo find out more about Mastering Your Mind Matters and its range of services, please visit www.masteringyourmindmatters.com.Email: [email protected] find out more about the host you can follow Elke Wallace on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elke-a-wallaceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElkeWallaceBusinessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elkeawallaceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@e.ahttps://www.instagram.com/elkeawallace/.wallace?lang=enSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/exploring-brain-and-mind/exclusive-content

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• Episode 42 – The Integrated Self: How Ancient Cultures Map Spirit onto Brain and Mind

  Episode SummaryIn Western science, the mind and the brain are often separated from the concept of a non-physical spirit. But does this dualistic view limit our understanding of consciousness, vitality and well-being?Join me on a journey across the globe to explore three profound cultural models where spirit is not separate, but an integral part of mental and physical function. We examine the ecological energy of Mana in Polynesia, the physiological soul-map of the Five Shen in Chinese Medicine and the pure Witness Consciousness (Atman) of Indian philosophy. Prepare to re-examine the core relationship between your consciousness, your body and your environment.Key Takeaways·      The Problem of Dualism: The Western model often isolates the spirit from the brain/mind, viewing it as purely religious or philosophical, which contrasts sharply with integrated cultural systems.·      Polynesian Mana: The spirit is understood as a dynamic, shared and permeating life force that flows through individuals, the community and the natural environment (Aloha Aina). Personal power and health are a measure of this spiritual integration.·      Chinese Medicine’s Five Shen: In TCM, the "soul" is not singular but multifaceted (Wu Shen). Distinct aspects of the spirit – like consciousness, willpower and creativity – are literally stored in and governed by five major organs (Heart, Kidney, Liver, Spleen, Lung).·      Indian Atman/Purusha: The ultimate spirit is seen as Pure Consciousness (Atman), an unchanging, eternal Witness that observes the operational mind and body (Prakriti). Spiritual practice is the effort to identify with this Witness, not the shifting thoughts.·      A Call for Integration: These ancient systems challenge modern science to develop a more holistic understanding of the self, where spiritual harmony is essential for psychological and physical health.KeywordsSpirit Mind Brain Connection, Cultural Concepts of Soul, Polynesian Mana, Traditional Chinese Medicine Shen, Atman Purusha Consciousness, Integrated Self Philosophy, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Neuroscience and SpiritualityFurther information and links about Host Elke Wallace:Exploring Brain and Mind is currently a one-person venture with limited financial resources.. Therefore, donations would be greatly appreciated to help improve services.Donation link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/a91052d4-5b30-406a-a41c-158c4b5f9cc0/donationsTo find out more about Mastering Your Mind Matters and its range of services, please visit www.masteringyourmindmatters.com.Email: [email protected] find out more about the host you can follow Elke Wallace on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elke-a-wallaceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElkeWallaceBusinessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elkeawallaceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@e.ahttps://www.instagram.com/elkeawallace/.wallace?lang=enSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/exploring-brain-and-mind/exclusive-content

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• Episode 41 – Brain, Mind … and Spirit?

  Episode SummaryIn this thought-provoking episode of Exploring Brain and Mind, I step into new territory by asking: Where does spirit fit in with brain and mind?We often view the brain as the physical organ, the mind as the realm of thoughts and consciousness, but spirit is harder to define. Is it energy, meaning, connection or something more mysterious?Drawing on psychology, neuroscience and hinting at some cultural traditions, I explore how spirit shows up in human experience, how spirit can be understood through both religious and secular lenses and how it acts as a bridge between the physical and the mental.I also consider how brain, mind and spirit might work together in an integrated model of human experience and why spirit continues to remind us of the importance of mystery, wonder and meaning in our lives.Key Takeaways·      Spirit is a universal yet hard-to-define concept, appearing across different cultures.·      Neuroscience and psychology can describe aspects of spiritual experience but may not capture its full essence.·      Spiritual experiences often arise through belonging, transcendence and healing.·      Spirit often bridges brain and mind, providing direction and depth.·      Spirit invites us to embrace mystery and seek meaning beyond what can be measured scientifically.·      Religious traditions view spirit as divine essence; secular perspectives see it as vitality or inner strength.·      A holistic understanding of human well-being includes all three: brain, mind, and spirit.·      A three-part model of brain, mind and spirit offers a way to see them as interconnected layers of human experience.KeywordsBrain and mind, brain and spirit, spirit and science, spirituality and psychology, brain mind spirit connection, human consciousness, neuroscience and spirituality, meaning and purpose, meditation and spirit, resilience and spirit, spirit and belief, spiritual experiences, meaning and purpose psychology, transcendence and aweFurther information and links about Host Elke Wallace:Exploring Brain and Mind is currently a one-person venture with limited financial resources.. Therefore, donations would be greatly appreciated to help improve services.Donation link: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/a91052d4-5b30-406a-a41c-158c4b5f9cc0/donationsTo find out more about Mastering Your Mind Matters and its range of services, please visit www.masteringyourmindmatters.com.Email: [email protected] find out more about the host you can follow Elke Wallace onLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elke-a-wallaceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElkeWallaceBusinessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elkeawallaceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@e.ahttps://www.instagram.com/elkeawallace/.wallace?lang=enSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/exploring-brain-and-mind/exclusive-content

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