An Urban Devi event with Suni Jani, MD

In this talk on neurotheology, we will delve into the fascinating intersection between brain science and spiritual or religious experiences. We'll understand how specific areas of the brain and certain brain chemicals play a role in experiencing spirituality, illustrated by insights from brain imaging. Additionally, there will be a small group activity where we will learn to observe and understand the impact of our own spiritual practices on our mental state. This interactive session aims to provide a practical application of the concepts discussed, enhancing our grasp of how spirituality intertwines with brain function.

Bio: Dr. Suni Jani is a child, adolescent, adult, and addictions psychiatrist who has a medical degree (MD) and a master’s degree in Public Health, with a focus on global health issues, from The George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Jani also completed her advanced training in psychiatry at the Baylor College of Medicine and child and adolescent psychiatry training at the Harvard Medical School's Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Jani has published numerous articles and authored a book on various topics in mental health, winning awards for her work in developing policies for refugee rights. Currently, Dr. Jani serves as the Assistant Medical Director at Community Behavioral Health, seeing patients of all ages, backgrounds, and conditions. She also teaches at the University of Maryland and George Washington University. She is keenly interested in how spirituality can complement scientific approaches in mental health, believing that understanding a person's spiritual beliefs can play an essential role in their overall well-being."

Please click the below button to register for a Zoom link to this free online session. We hope to see you there!

Urban Devi is a monthly interactive women’s discussion circle that seeks to make spirituality accessible to women in the 21st century. Each session will focus on a theme based on topics that are of importance to women and will offer insight and practical applications from the practice of Bhakti Yoga.