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Unlike the dystopian vision described in Brave New World, or the psychedelic vision described in his The Doors of Perception, in The Art of Seeing, Aldous Huxley focuses on the actual vision of the human eye. Documenting his own profound near-blindness and subsequent attempts to improve his own sight, Huxley offers a thorough instruction manual on the controversial alternative vision therapy exercises developed by W. H. Bates.

This podcast is part of the project 'Conversations about Arts, Humanities and Health', a series of free online events where scholars, health professionals, and the public discuss how arts and humanities can inform healthcare. Hosted by the University of Glasgow, these conversations seek to develop meaningful dialogue and connection between humanities and medicine. Each one of these events will form the basis of an episode of the podcast. The project is a joint initiative by Prof Ian Sabroe (University of Sheffield) and Dr Dieter Declercq (University of Glasgow).

What truly sets a dental practice apart isn’t just clinical skill—it’s the way patients feel the moment they walk through the door. Hosted by world-renowned periodontist, educator, and author Dr. Michael Sonick, this podcast explores the intersection of dentistry and hospitality. Through thought-provoking conversations, practical strategies, and inspiring stories, Dr. Sonick reveals how creating an exceptional patient experience can transform your practice, your team culture, and your bottom line. From mastering the details of first impressions, to fostering genuine connections with ...

Pharmacy Made Simple brings you clear and practical summaries of the best pharmacy and pharmacology books.Each episode breaks down complex drug concepts, mechanisms, and clinical applications into simple, easy-to-understand explanations — perfect for pharmacy students, professionals, and anyone passionate about the science of medicines.

For many people who have trouble sleeping, each night is an anxious odyssey where getting a good night’s sleep feels like a battle to win rather than a basic biologic process. Hello Sleep is a guide for people with insomnia to help them shift their relationship with sleep, so that it stops being a battle and starts being enjoyable and natural again. It is a practical, self-guided tour through evidence-based interventions for chronic insomnia.

Yoga Nidra is the practice of meditating upon falling asleep. This meditation is designed to support your relationship with sleep and rest. Learn how to fall asleep, get back to sleep more easily if you wake up, and enjoy a restful sleep and state of deep relaxation at night or in the day. Lie...

Escape from grind culture and dehumanizing systems with this visionary guide from the author of the New York Times bestseller Rest Is Resistance We don’t believe we are worthy of rest unless we burn ourselves out to accomplish it. Our thinking has been limited by disconnection, sleep...

Jo Wood, Ambassador for Homeopathy UK. Jo, was inspired to turn her health around after being misdiagnosed with the inflammatory bowel condition Crohn’s disease in 1989. With the help of a naturopath and a homeopath, she overhauled her diet, cutting out all processed foods and switching to clean, organic produce supplemented with herbal remedies. Two years after her initial diagnosis, Jo was found to have a perforated appendix, ruling out Crohn’s disease. She has continued on her organic journey ever since and has encouraged her three children and 10 grandchildren to follow a naturally ...

Are art and science separated by an unbridgeable divide? Can they find common ground? In this book, neuroscientist Eric R. Kandel, whose remarkable scientific career and deep interest in art give him a unique perspective, demonstrates how science can inform the way we experience a work of art and seek to understand its meaning. Kandel illustrates how reductionism - the distillation of larger scientific or aesthetic concepts into smaller, more tractable components - has been used by scientists and artists alike to pursue their respective truths.

The bonds we are capable of feeling toward other people - how we know and belong to one another - provide fascinating glimpses into the intricacies of human behavior. Intimacy is that moment when our true identity is revealed to another, when traumas, fears, and ambitions are shared. Through the ordinary stories of eight relationships, Giovanni Frazzetto has woven an extraordinary narrative of togetherness.

Read by the author with an audiobook-exclusive note to parents and a breathing meditation with music to help your child relax and fall asleep. “A soothing nighttime routine and an age-appropriate introduction to mindfulness.” —Kirkus Reviews Bedtime can be full of big emotions for kids!...

Step into the living voice of history.This podcast presents complete, unabridged audiobooks from the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries—an era that shaped theology, philosophy, literature, and the moral imagination of the modern world. Each episode features a full classical work, faithfully narrated and preserved for modern listeners.From early modern theology and devotional writings to foundational works of philosophy, history, and moral reflection, these recordings restore the original cadence, gravity, and depth of texts too often reduced to excerpts or summaries.🎧 What you’ll find here:...

Leee John since first lighting up the charts during the 1980s and selling over 30 million records thanks to an impressive run of hits such as ‘Body Talk’, ‘Just An Illusion’, ‘Flashback’, ‘Music & Lights’ and ‘Changes’, the multi-award-winning British soul group’s lead vocalist/songwriter Leee John has enjoyed throughout the years a prolific career as a solo artist, collaborator, songwriter, producer and, more recently, a filmmaker.

From the stuff your mother never told you, to the stuff your doctor never learned, On Health features taboo-busting conversations that demystify and de-stigmatize our bodies, all while bridging the gap between conventional medicine and wellness. Join Yale-trained MD & midwife Aviva Romm and her line-up of expert guests as they discuss everything from periods to menopause, sex to reproductive health politics, and motherhood to mental health. Each week, Dr. Romm will be exploring the science and wisdom of how our bodies work, what makes us well, what gets in the way, and how we can live our best...

Over 200 iconic products that are among the best and most influential in the beauty world – past, present and future. ‘Sali Hughes has created a universe filled with galaxies of beauty secrets’ Charlotte Tilbury Packed full of beauty wisdom, Pretty Iconic takes us from the evocative smell...

Our mission is to decrease the prevalence of preventable injuries and athletes therein optimizing performance by decreasing the time that our athletes spend benched due to injury. We are going to distill information and practices from experts in the field of injury prevention. High level coaches and top performing athletes. We believe this information should be accessible to everyone so that we can reduce the rates of preventable injuries.

The Little Book of Sleep is a practical guide to achieving deep, natural, clean sleep. Sleep expert Dr Nerina Ramlakhan explains why a good night's sleep is essential in today's demanding, 24/7, technology-driven world, introduces us to the science of sleep and teaches us that the secret of good sleep is to get out of our head and back into our body. Using a unique combination of Eastern and Western practices, Dr Nerina guides the listener on their personal journey back to sleep.

Hephzibah Kaplan is a UK-trained art therapist, artist and transpersonal psychotherapy supervisor. She co-founded the London Art Therapy Centre in 2010 and is its director as well as senior art therapist, supervisor and educator. She has had a broad and eclectic training in clinical approaches as well as in the various arts including art, drama, dance, clowning, Constellation Family work, and Autogenic Training – incorporating these modalities in her work with adults and children. Her clinical influences include Joseph H. Berke (psychoanalytic supervision), Frank Farrelly (founder of ...

Exploring the human side of healthcare. Practical conversations with experts to help us connect better, show up better, and understand ourselves and our patients better.

"The Art of Wellness” is a podcast about optimizing your life through science-backed strategies in wellness, health, and performance. Hosted by Dr. Gerry Robles, a doctor of physical therapy, the show explores how movement, mindset, and modern health practices can help you live pain-free, energized, and fulfilled. Each episode dives into key pillars of wellness including pain management, mental health, injury prevention, physical fitness, holistic healing, recovery, and lifestyle design. Through expert interviews and insightful conversations, we uncover the SCIENCE AND ART behind what it ...