Healing altered states of consciousness
International Journal of Yoga August 26, 2015 T M Srinivasan
Instability in body and mind can lead to self-discovery and altered states of consciousness, especially when facing death. Healing is distinct from curing the body; it involves balancing body, mind, and consciousness to achieve wholeness. The ultimate goal is to experience oneness with all life, transcending sensory experience. A therapist's role is to guide this inquiry into reality without religious commitment. Consciousness continues after bodily death and is not merely reflective awareness. Altered states of consciousness can arise from trauma, meditation, drugs, or common experiences like sleep deprivation.