Spiritual Blessings of the Covid-19 Crisis It is possible to feel calm and peaceful in the face of a pandemic. Instead of losing ourselves in fear, protectionism, and panic, we can learn valuable positive lessons from our painful new teacher. Read more…
What is Virtual Embodiment? Virtual reality is a unique tool for personal transformation. One of the keys to virtual reality’s potential for immediate, specific and long-lasting results is virtual embodiment. Virtual embodiment is the sense of occupying a body in Read more…
In the WebMD article by Jennifer Clopton, “Virtual Reality Brings New Vision to Health Care,” she describes the latest uses of virtual reality for improving the patient experience, medical education, and surgical accuracy. The use of virtual reality in health Read more…
In this article by Joshua Rothman, he addresses many of the philosophical, psychological, and physiological perspectives surrounding virtual reality. He dives into the history and current uses of virtual embodiment in virtual reality. As he describes it, many virtual reality Read more…
Do people dream more lucidly after experiencing virtual reality? In the article by Elisabeth Rosen, she discusses the history and research behind this phenomenon. She dives into the significant work by Jayne Gackenback, a psychologist who has been studying the Read more…
In the viral documentary, “I Met You,” filmmakers from South Korea capture the experience of a mother reuniting with her deceased daughter in virtual reality. This VR experience is intended to help this grief-stricken mother obtain closure after the death Read more…
About 1 in 5 adults experience chronic pain, and it can be difficult to find a proper solution. Many are left with no choice but to take painkillers such as Opioids. Taking painkillers can feel like an immediate fix, but Read more…
Evidence continues to show that our brains are able to reorganize and change in profound ways. This concept, known as neuroplasticity, opens up endless possibilities for deep change. This means that we can make significant improvements to our well-being by Read more…
After years of research, virtual reality (VR) is now a proven tool to help with a wide variety of mental health challenges, including depression, insomnia, and even physical symptoms. In addition to these examples, studies continue to prove the particular Read more…
Ready For Real Change? So many resolutions, so little time! And so much effort. Let’s face it, by Dec 31st most of us are completely exhausted. This has been a very challenging year, to say the least. This New Year Read more…
Many people think that virtual reality is intended for gaming, but others are beginning to realize its greater potential. Virtual reality solutions for mental health are rising in popularity. Not only is it incredibly cool, but it can also be Read more…