by Joe Dispenza
1. Laibow, Rima, “Medical Applications of NeuroFeedback,” in Introduction to Quantitative EEG and Neurofeedback, by James Evans and Andrew Abarbane (San Diego: Academic Press, 1999). See also: Bruce Lipton, Ph.D., The Biology of Belief (Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, 2009).
2. Fehmi, Les, Ph.D., and Jim Robbins, The Open-Focus Brain: Harnessing the Power of Attention to Heal Mind and Body (Boston: Trumpeter Books, 2007).
3. Kappas, John G., Ph.D., Professional Hypnotism Manual (Knoxville, TN: Panorama Publishing Company, 1999).
4. Murphy, Michael, and Steven Donovan, The Physical and Psychological Effects of Meditation: A Review of Contemporary Research with a Comprehensive Bibliography, 1931–1996, 2nd edition (Petaluma, CA: Institute of Noetic Sciences, 1997).
5. Lutz, Antoine, et al., “Long-term meditators self-induce high-amplitude gamma synchrony during mental practice.” PNAS (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences), vol. 101(46): 16369–16373 (16 November 2004). Also, I had a wonderful conversation with Richard Davidson in April 2008 at the Mayo Clinic during the “Mind and Life” conference in Rochester, Minnesota.
Chapter 10
1. Fehmi, Les, Ph.D., and Jim Robbins, The Open-Focus Brain: Harnessing the Power of Attention to Heal Mind and Body (Boston: Trumpeter Books, 2007).
Appendix A
1. In the Body-Part Induction, there is a reason why I say the words in space repeatedly: According to EEG monitoring that took place while subjects were led through guided meditation, the subjects transitioned into the Alpha brain-wave state when they were guided to become aware of the space that their bodies occupy in space and the volume that that space takes up in space. That wording and those instructions produced functional differences in subjects’ brain-wave patterns that were immediately noticeable. See: Fehmi, Les, Ph.D., and Jim Robbins, The Open-Focus Brain: Harnessing the Power of Attention to Heal Mind and Body (Boston: Trumpeter Books, 2007).
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
What makes our dreams become a reality (aside from the topics I’ve discussed in this book) are the people we surround ourselves with who share in our vision, who subscribe to a similar purpose, who support us in the simplest ways, who demonstrate accountability, and who are truly selfless. I have been fortunate during this creative process to have wonderful and competent people in my life. I would like to introduce you to those individuals and show tribute to them.
First, I want to acknowledge the folks at Hay House who have supported me in innumerable ways. Many kind thanks to Reid Tracy, Stacey Smith, Shannon Littrell, and Christy Salinas. I appreciate your trust and confidence in me.
Next, I want to express my sincere gratitude to Alex Freemon, my Hay House project editor, for your honest feedback, your encouragement, and your expertise. Thank you for being so kind and thoughtful. To Gary Brozek and Ellen Fontana, for contributing to my work in your own ways.
I also want to thank Sara J. Steinberg, my personal editor, for taking the journey with me again. We’ve grown together once more. Bless your soul for being so caring, gentle, and committed. You are a gift to me.
I want to acknowledge John Dispenza for effortlessly creating the cover design. You always make it look so simple. To the talented Laura Schuman, for creating such beautiful graphics and art for the interior of the book. Thanks to Bob Stewart, for also contributing to the cover art with such patience, skill, and selflessness.
Thank you, Paula Meyer, my amazing personal assistant, who has the ability to juggle a thousand elephants while always staying completely present. I appreciate your attention to detail. Also, heartfelt thanks go to the rest of the Encephalon team. To Chris Richard for such tender support; to Beth and Steve Wolfson, I appreciate the way you both have aligned with my work; to Cristina Azpilicueta, for your meticulous and refined production skills; and to Scott Ercoliani, for always keeping a high standard of excellence.
I also want to acknowledge the staff at my clinic. I am so honored to work with Dana Reichel, my office manager, who has a heart as big as the moon and has grown with me in so many ways. And among the rest of my team, a big thanks to Dr. Marvin Kunikiyo, Elaina Clauson, Danielle Hall, Jenny Perez, Amy Schefer, Bruce Armstrong, and Ermma Lehman.
I also am very inspired by the people around the world who have embraced these ideas, from whatever source, and applied them to their life. Thank you for repeatedly putting your mind into possibility.
In addition, I want to extend a warm and genuine thank-you to Dr. Daniel Amen for his earnest contribution in the Foreword to the book.
I want to also mention my mother, Fran Dispenza, who has taught me to be strong, clearheaded, loving, and filled with determination. Thanks, Mom.
And to my children, I can’t express how you have taught me unconditional love by allowing me the time and space to write another book while also lecturing around the world. You have given me such consistent support in so many selfless ways. Thank you for showing me such virtue.
Finally, this book has been dedicated to my love, Roberta Brittingham. You still remain the most amazing person I have ever met. Thank you for being such light. You are grace, nobility, and love packaged into one beautiful woman.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Joe Dispenza, D.C., studied biochemistry at Rutgers University. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in neuroscience, and received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University in Atlanta, Georgia, graduating magna cum laude.
Dr. Joe’s postgraduate training has been in neurology, neuroscience, brain function and chemistry, cellular biology, memory formation, and aging and longevity. He is an honorary member of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, the recipient of a Clinical Proficiency Citation for clinical excellence in doctor-patient relationships from Life University, and a member of Pi Tau Delta, the international chiropractic honor society.
Over the last 12 years, Dr. Joe has lectured in more than 24 countries on six continents, educating thousands about the role and function of the human brain and how to reprogram their thinking through scientifically proven neurophysiological principles. As a result, many individuals have learned to reach their specific goals and visions by eliminating self-destructive habits. His simple yet powerful teaching approach creates a bridge between true human potential and the latest scientific theories of neuroplasticity. Dr. Joe explains how thinking in new ways, as well as changing beliefs, can literally rewire one’s brain. His work is founded in his total conviction that within every person on this planet is the latent potential of greatness and unlimited abilities.
Dr. Joe’s first book, Evolve Your Brain: The Science of Changing Your Mind, connects the subjects of thought and consciousness with the brain, mind, and body. It explores “the biology of change.” In other words, when we truly change our minds, there is physical evidence of change in the brain.
As an author of several scientific articles on the close relationship between the brain and the body, Dr. Joe explains the roles played by brain chemistry and neurophysiology in physical health and disease. His latest DVD release of Evolve Your Brain: The Science of Changing Your Mind looks at the ways in which the human brain can be harnessed to affect reality through the mastery of thought, and he has created an educational and inspiring CD series in which he answers some of the questions he is most commonly asked. In his research into spontaneous remissions, Dr. Joe has found similarities among people who have experienced so-called miraculous healings, showing that they have actually changed their minds, which then changed their health.
One of the scientists, researchers, and teachers featured in the award-winning film What the BLEEP Do We Know!?, Dr. Joe has made additional guest appearances in the theatrical director’s cut as well as the extended Quantum Edition DVD set, What the BLEEP!? Down the Rabbit Hole, along with the new docudrama The People vs. The State of Illusion. He also serves as an editorial advisor of Explore! magazine.
When not traveling and writing, Dr. Joe is busy seeing patients at his chiropractic clinic near Olympi
a, Washington. He can be contacted at: www.drjoedispenza.com.
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POWER UP YOUR BRAIN: The Neuroscience of Enlightenment, by David Perlmutter, M.D., F.A.C.N., and Alberto Villoldo, Ph.D.
POWER vs. FORCE: The Hidden Determinants of Human Behavior, by David R. Hawkins, M.D., Ph.D.
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