Miguel Farias
Experimental psychologist and researcher of religion, spirituality, and cognition. He directs a brain belief and behavior lab at Coventry University and is a lecturer at Oxford University at Continuing Education.
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Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 14min
Meditation Side-Effects and Other Altered States, with Miguel Farias
Miguel Farias, an experimental psychologist and religion researcher at Coventry University, dives deep into meditation's complexities. He discusses the often-overlooked adverse effects of meditation, urging a balanced perspective on its benefits and risks. The conversation highlights how meditation can have both positive and negative outcomes, particularly for those with trauma. Farias advocates for a nuanced understanding of altered states of consciousness, emphasizing the need to recognize diverse experiences and their implications in both traditional and modern contexts.
Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 14min
Meditation Side-Effects and Other Altered States, with Miguel Farias
Miguel Farias, an experimental psychologist who studies religion, meditation, and cognition, discusses meditation’s potential harms as well as its benefits. He explores who is vulnerable to adverse reactions, how cultural frameworks shape altered states, and the need to combine historical, clinical, and contemplative approaches. The conversation probes retreat risks, tradition vs. secular mindfulness, and multiphasic views of consciousness.
