Life in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Deepens Understanding and Mindfulness

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the profound impact of engaging fully with our five senses in this thought-provoking talk from Aspen Ideas: Health 2023. Delve into author Gretchen Rubin's insights from her book "Life in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Got Me Out of My Head and Into the World," as she draws on science, philosophy, literature, and personal experience to reveal how heightened sensory awareness can deepen our understanding of the world, promote mindful living, and even offer glimpses of the transcendent. Discover how consciously utilizing our remarkable tools of perception can still our minds, boost our spirits, and lead to a more enriched life experience.

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Life in Five Senses

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The Aspen Institute

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