The Science of Consciousness w/ Dr. Bala Subramaniam, Harvard Consciousness Researcher

Dr. K’s Guide to Mental Health explores Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and Meditation, and now Trauma!

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*Introduction & Disclaimer:* 00:01:27
*Guest Introduction - Dr. Bala Subramaniam:* 00:01:54
*Membership Announcement:* 00:02:42
*Dr. Subramaniam's Background:* 00:04:45

*Meditation & Consciousness Research:* 00:06:47
- Cognitive Prehabilitation: 00:08:09
- Neuroinflammation and Cognitive Reserve: 00:09:46

*Defining Consciousness:* 00:11:17
- Glasgow Coma Scale & Wakefulness: 00:11:46
- Content & Awareness: 00:13:24

*Eastern vs. Western Perspectives on Consciousness:* 00:14:13
*Near-Death Experiences & Unexplained Phenomena:* 00:18:25
*Scientific Evidence & Subjective Experiences:* 00:19:30
*Non-Physical Dimensions & Meditation Experiences:* 00:22:07
*Footprints of Consciousness:* 00:28:48

*Eastern vs. Western Views on Source of Consciousness:* 00:30:32
- Panpsychism: 00:32:07

*Consciousness as the Source of Energy Analogy:* 00:33:10
*Dr. K's Perspective on Hallucinations:* 00:34:24
*Detachment, Suffering & Mental Illness:* 00:34:39
- Thought Fusion: 00:35:15
- Continuum of Suffering to Joy: 00:37:28
- Moksha & Enlightenment: 00:37:36
- Psychedelic Experiences: 00:38:20
- Ego Death: 00:39:23
- Panic Attacks: 00:40:14
- Psychosis: 00:40:36

*Dr. Subramaniam's Comments on Detachment & Distance:* 00:42:24
*Thoughts & Neuroplasticity:* 00:46:09
*Free Will & Consciousness:* 00:54:40

*Audience Q&A:* 01:10:57
- Controlling Consciousness: 01:11:26
- Brain Activity & Consciousness Perception: 01:12:25
- Consciousness in All Organisms: 01:14:49
- Memory, Identity & Intellect: 01:16:42
- Intelligence vs. Intellect: 01:17:57
- Cosmic Intelligence & Mahat: 01:19:35
- Siddhis & Transcendent Insights: 01:20:59
- Distance vs. Dissociation: 01:23:17
- Purposeful Delusion for Happiness: 01:30:14
- Tranquility in Emergencies: 01:34:02
- Tom Brady Example: 01:35:25
- AI & Consciousness: 01:37:45
- Origin of Perception: 01:38:56
- Basis of Free Will: 01:42:28
- Meditation Experiences & Reality: 01:44:38

*Dr. Subramaniam's Closing Remarks & Resources:* 01:46:16
*Dr. K's Closing Remarks & Stream Summary:* 01:47:39
*Motivation & Free Will Discussion:* 01:52:32
- Motivation as a Driver: 01:53:22
- Seeking an Easy Life: 01:55:30
- The Price of Motivation: 02:02:22
- Unmotivation as the Solution: 02:02:52

*How to Unmotivate Yourself:* 02:04:49
- Observation & Consequences: 02:04:57
- Not Feeding Your Motivation: 02:07:52
- Avidya & Understanding Motivation: 02:12:13
- Repetition Compulsion: 02:16:05
- Known Evil vs. Unknown Good: 02:18:38
- Avidya & Self-Reflection: 02:19:28

*Closing Remarks & Upcoming Streams:* 02:23:20

[laura]

I first saw your videos when I was 18 years old; now I'm 19. Your video's helped me so much when I couldn't go to therapy; I learned so much about myself, and words can't describe how grateful I am that you put in the effort to make this all so accessible for all of us for free. it's so kind!

[rogercollins]

The idea of the mind and body as a perception organ for consciousness similar to eyes is such an impactful mental splash to me.

[arshr]

that song in the beginning always gets me so turnt

[hmm-]

If you're curious about the practice Dr. Bala and his wife have undertaken, it's called Inner Engineering by the Isha Foundation. It's available both online and in-person.

[elin]

Please do one where you do a deep dive into the more spiritual and esoteric side of things. And if you feel comfortable please share about your personal beliefs/experiences surrounding those topics as well. Loved the stream, would really love more of this type of stuff!

[spicychicken]

Very interesting talk and great guest!

And man, Dr. K always finishes his streams with the biggest knowledge bombs. Always makes me think.

[mela]

Amazing conversation! Thank you Dr. Subramaniam as well as Dr.K😊

[LeninMcDonalds]

As Dr.K's namesake, every time when Dr Subramaniam says 'Alok' I felt the 4th wall break and my consciousness shook!

[babaganouche]

I really liked how you both used examples of being calm and tranquil to handle medical emergencies as best as possible. I never thought of that for myself and that will be useful for me to remember in my own life.

[BBeeblebrox]

Why hasn't this showed up on my feed for 8 days😢!? This podcast was an epic listen!! Thank you so much Dr. K! Could you please enable podcast mode for your videos? We'll be able to access it via YouTube music app on audio and video if you did that.

[christopherlamott]

The discourse on motivation at the end is something I've been needing to hear. Thank you! 🙏🏼

[-Saymor]

Great interview! Another great guest you could ask to have on the channel is @ForrestKnutson, a Kriya yogi, master meditator and youtuber who has published a wonderful book about learning to meditate. I think this community would benefit greatly in discovering this amazing person and it would make a fantastic conversation.

[TheHardikDewra]

I absolutely loved this conversation with Dr. Bala

[gmt]

Excellent interview with very interesting questions and points asked/made from both sides. Keep ‘em coming Dr. K!

[JamesDecker]

This is a great add on to your conversation with Dr Mike. Thanks for everything you do!

[DrBaharMD]

On discipline lecture: I am not surprised that broker the records. I watched it close to 20 times. Loved it!

[alpha]

Finally! New horizons of scuence! The breaktgrough that will change everything!
Love your work Dr.K and Mr. Host!
Peace.

[shirleylambrecht]

There is so much to unpack in this episode Great discussion! Thank you both for your insights.

[elisenieuwe]

Not detachment but non-attachment.
That's how I remember it.