ISBN: 9780132099677

“What happens when neuroscientists, psychologists, physicians, theologians, anthropologists, sociologists, mathematicians, and philosophers come together and, from their various poi… Meer...

“What happens when neuroscientists, psychologists, physicians, theologians, anthropologists, sociologists, mathematicians, and philosophers come together and, from their various points of view, collaborate to better understand how invisible forces operate in our lives? From human co-regulation to the psychological origins and physiological effects of spiritual beliefs, to the irrepressible meaning-making proclivities of humans—this collection from the Chicago Social Brain Network explores where we end and others begin...or do we? Word clouds at the beginning of each chapter provide a visual abstract of the chapter’s journey. A sweet dive into some of the mysteries of the social species we are.” --Linda Stone, former VP, Corporate and Industry Initiatives, Microsoft, and high-tech thought leader   “Invisible Forces and Powerful Beliefs presents new and exciting ways of thinking about social phenomena that are so much a part of our everyday lives that they have indeed become invisible to us. Each of its brief, succinct chapters packs in many new concepts and provides insights into these phenomena and their biological underpinnings. Even the chapter headings, composed of word clouds, push readers to think beyond our everyday notion of ideas and how we express them, for language, as the book points out, is the main capital of social interactions. Intriguing examples are provided of social interactions with enticing new biological explanations: synchronization of behavior, such as the wave at sports games; applause at a concert—situations that we can all recognize, where we become submerged in the social unit and act not as individuals but as a ‘superorganismal structure.’ This important book re-frames the power of social connections in our lives, provides biological explanations for them, and links the many disciplines involved in understanding and teasing them apart.” --Esther M. Sternberg, M.D., author of Healing Spaces: The Science of Place and Well-being   “Two in three humans across the planet report that religion is ‘very important’ in their daily lives. Kudos to this all-star scholar team for illuminating the roots—and the fruits—of this powerful religious impulse, and of all our ideas of invisible forces.” --David G. Myers, Hope College social psychologist and author, A Friendly Letter to Skeptics and Atheists   Who are we? What connects us to each other and to the universe? What makes human beings believe in their marriages, friends, families, societies, God?   Men and women have long sought to answer questions like these through religion. For centuries, they have been joined by scientists bringing increasingly powerful new methods and worldviews. Whether scientist or theologian, physician or philosopher, they share a quest: to understand the invisible forces and powerful beliefs that shape human life.   Today, these explorers have much to learn from each other. In the Chicago Social Brain Network, an interdisciplinary group of scholars have come together to exchange ideas across the boundaries that have divided science, religion, and philosophy for far too long.   This book invites you into their conversation and journey. Join them as they explore human nature and human connections: Discover what can be learned from evolutionary analyses and Plato, St. Thomas Aquinas and fMRIs. The social brain and the human journeyIs humanity marching towards cooperation and social resilience? Why and how we connectOur invisible relationships with each other--and our search for trust and meaning “You and I” as one: mind and body, individual and societyHuman language, neuronal substrates, synchrony, and social coordination Belief, connection, and learningHow human beings construct their private experiences of God Digital Content>E-books>Science>Hist & Phil of Science>Hist,Phil of Science, Pearson Education Digital >16<

ISBN: 9780132099677

Can religion and science co-exist? Do they? Is religion hardwired in humans? The book, from the Chicago Social Brain Network, is the result of an extraordinary ongoing conversation among … Meer...

Can religion and science co-exist? Do they? Is religion hardwired in humans? The book, from the Chicago Social Brain Network, is the result of an extraordinary ongoing conversation among a group of highly respected scientists, physicians, philosophers, and theologians. Together, they share profound insights into the deepest questions humans ask and explore the invisible forces and powerful beliefs that shape our lives. Their insights reflect both humanity's latest science and its most enduring wisdom. Their answers and questions will challenge readers and reward them with a richer understand of who we are, what we share, and what it means. What do we really know about human nature? How do we see what we see, know what we know, feel what we feel? How do people come to believe in God? Where does empathy come from? What are the health benefits of faith? Where do you end, and others begin? What do marriage, family, and friendship mean? How can people repair the broken connections that keep them lonely? ; EPUB; Politics, Philosphy & Religion > Religion & beliefs, Pearson Education<

ISBN: 9780132099677

Can religion and science co-exist? Do they? Is religion hardwired in humans? The book, from the Chicago Social Brain Network, is the result of an extraordinary ongoing conversation among … Meer...

Can religion and science co-exist? Do they? Is religion hardwired in humans? The book, from the Chicago Social Brain Network, is the result of an extraordinary ongoing conversation among a group of highly respected scientists, physicians, philosophers, and theologians. Together, they share profound insights into the deepest questions humans ask and explore the invisible forces and powerful beliefs that shape our lives. Their insights reflect both humanity's latest science and its most enduring wisdom. Their answers and questions will challenge readers and reward them with a richer understand of who we are, what we share, and what it means. What do we really know about human nature? How do we see what we see, know what we know, feel what we feel? How do people come to believe in God? Where does empathy come from? What are the health benefits of faith? Where do you end, and others begin? What do marriage, family, and friendship mean? How can people repair the broken connections that keep them lonely? ; EPUB; Politics, Philosphy & Religion > Religion & beliefs, Pearson Education<

ISBN: 9780132099677

Can religion and science co-exist? Do they? Is religion hardwired in humans? The book, from the Chicago Social Brain Network, is the result of an extraordinary ongoing conversation among … Meer...

Can religion and science co-exist? Do they? Is religion hardwired in humans? The book, from the Chicago Social Brain Network, is the result of an extraordinary ongoing conversation among a group of highly respected scientists, physicians, philosop Can religion and science co-exist? Do they? Is religion hardwired in humans? The book, from the Chicago Social Brain Network, is the result of an extraordinary ongoing conversation among a group of highly respected scientists, physicians, philosop Business & Industrial > Medical > Medical Teaching Equipment, FT Press<

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