Ellen Adelman, PhD: Where Psychology and Spirituality Meet

“We learn in Buddhism that running away from what is troubling us causes suffering.”

-Ellen Adelman, PhD

Ellen Adelman,PhD on Psychology and Spirituality

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Where do spirituality and psychology meet? Are they polar opposites or can they complement each other?

This conversation touches on the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism, the importance of presence, and the use of meditation for body, mind and soul connection. Ellen talks abut meditation as a vehicle to develop conscious thought which allows one to become an observer of the mind, rather than a prisoner of ruminating, often negative thoughts. Ellen calls the latter the “Critical Witness” (that part of your brain that’s constantly finding flaws in you and your life). As one becomes an observer, the “Benevolent Witness” can appear and be nurtured to provide an internal voice that encourages self-compassion and understanding.

The world is full of distractions. It’s easy to jump from topic to topic, to multitask, and move through the day without conscious cognition of the world around us. But it’s only in the present that we can develop a deeper understanding of ourselves and foster a sense of connectedness with others. Come listen into a deep and fascinating conversation as Ellen guides us through her journey of self-discovery and the transformative power of meditation and spirituality.

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From Ellen Adelman, PhD on The Exploration of Spirituality and Psychology

“I have always wanted to be a psychologist. I’ve always been fascinated with the mind and how it works.”

“Meditation offers so many positive, wonderful things.”

“We learn in Buddhism that running away from what is troubling us causes suffering.”

“It’s part of being human to feel discomfort.”

“Courage is operating totally outside your comfort zone and doing it anyway.”

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Ellen Adelman, PhD: Where Psychology and Spirituality Meet

“We learn in Buddhism that running away from what is troubling us causes suffering.”