Frank X. Barron, PhD, a World War II veteran and a professor emeritus of psychology at the University of California, Santa Cruz, was an internationally influential figure in the study of human personality and creativity for nearly half a century. He authored many books, including Creativity and Psychological Health. 

Here he describes how he was introduced to parapsychology as a result of becoming a psychoanalytic patient of Jule Eisenbud. He describes how Eisenbud became a persona non grata within the psychoanalytic community as a result of his research in “thoughtography” with Ted Serios. He also describes Freud’s ambivalent attitude toward the paranormal. He points [...]

In this video from 2020, he provides insights about parapsychology based on his experience with “soul travel”. He describes the dynamics, based on his experience, of the astral plane, the causal plane, and the mental plane. He discusses a unique state of consciousness that he characterizes as half in and half out of the body. He [...]

In this 2020 video, she describes the slow and reluctant unfolding of her career as a spiritualist medium, which began with the sudden death of her fiancé. The process started with an assortment of “signs” that are sometimes noticed by bereaved individuals. Then more direct forms of communication began to occur, prompting this atheistic journalist [...]

In this video rebooted from 2020, Stewart shares some of the awe-inspiring moments he has experienced in his half-century career in spiritualism. They include levitations and materializations, healings, and direct voice communication. He explains the role of ectoplasm in these manifestations. He emphasizes the important role of a sincere and dedicated home circle. Alexander describes how he [...]

Michael describes the vital role of the vagus nerve in regulating physiology, safety, emotions, and overall health. He explores how turning inward—feeling the heart and meeting fear—can open the door to a deeper awareness of ourselves and reality. He shares simple ways to support vagal tone, fostering greater joy, compassion, wholeness, and wisdom.

James explores the deep mystical roots of the Carmelite Order, tracing its lineage from the prophet Elijah on Mount Carmel through centuries of Christian contemplative practice. He examines key figures such as Teresa of Ávila and John of the Cross, highlighting themes like the “dark night of the soul,” divine intimacy, and the interior experience [...]