Empathy: from neuroscience to mindfulness Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and freedom.- Victor Frankl I have often wondered about empathy, what is it, where does it come from, why do we have it, what …
The Pre-Trans Fallacy of Attachment Alexis Johnson, PhD It is a pity that the word attachment is used in two very different ways. In early childhood attachment is essential for human growth and development. It is also clear that human relationships are essential for well-being in adulthood. Yet, as part of a spiritual practice, we …
CIL is an experiential learning community open to those interested in psychological and spiritual growth and transformation. CIL is a supportive learning community embodying the psychological and the sacred. We are located 40 miles north of New York City in Westchester County.
WHAT IS CIL? Human connection is our strongest need across the life cycle. The Center for Intentional Living is an experiential learning community open to health care professionals, the clergy, and those interested in psychological and spiritual growth and transformation. Our Three Year Professional Enrichment Program explores psycho-spiritual development across the spectrum from early childhood …
These are some of the experiences of the people with whom we have had the pleasure of working over the last few years. If you have had any similar experience you would feel comfortable sharing, we invite you to e-mail it to us. “The CIL program has been the single most valuable psychology training program …
Center for Intentional Living – Faculty Alexis Johnson, Ph.D. After receiving my PhD in clinical psychology, my training continued in Humanistic and Transpersonal philosophies and methods at Esalen Institute. I have also studied and taught Core Energetics, family systems, self-psychology and Object-relations. Inspired by and grateful for Buddhism and Winnicott, my work is about finding …
What is the relationship between intellectual and experiential learning at the various CIL programs? We keep an enlivening balance between theoretical knowledge and emotional and spiritual experience. Although, both of us are widely read and value the intellect, we know that knowledge feeding the mind only is not transformative. We also recognize that information, whether …
Directions to Danbury Hilton Garden Inn Danbury is about three hours from all the NYC airports. From the airports, you travel to Grand Central Terminal and then take Metro North train to Brewster North where the hotel will pick you up. You could also come into White Plains, NY or Hartford, CT. These airports are …
CIL is an experiential learning community open to those interested in psychological and spiritual growth and transformation. CIL is a supportive learning community embodying the psychological and the sacred. We are located 40 miles north of New York City in Westchester County.
