The Biology Of Belief
Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter & Miracles
Challenging The Status Quo
In “The Biology Of Belief”, Bruce Lipton, PHD challenges the classic Newtownian model of biology along with its classically held belief that the nucleus acts as the “brain” of the cell. Lipton, who taught anatomy for about a decade at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine, argues that the cell membrane acts more like the “brain” and nervous system of the cell as it communicates with its environment, controlling cellular function.
The book which was originally published in 2005 was certainly ahead of its time. Despite compelling arguments and supportive research cited throughout, his views have not been widely adopted by mainstream medicine. To the contrary, many practitioners and educational bodies turn a blind eye towards ignorance. A decade later, he published the 10 anniversary edition (this version) in which at the end of each chapter he shares new research and findings in support of his original views.
Beyond Our Genes
The term epigenetics has been around since the 1940s. However, today it has become a field of study with research being labeled accordingly mounting at increasing rates. Epigenetics, which translates to “control above genetics”, lends explanation in regards to how the environment plays a key role in the expression of our genetic code. At one time, it was believed that humans had around 120,000 genes. However, after the conclusion of the human genome project, it was discovered that we have only about 21,000 genes. This massive gap means that something beyond the genes themselves is responsible for passing on traits and expressing the genetic code. Without going too deep, scientists have discovered that within the structure of DNA are additional proteins and resulting modifications to the structure (that do not result in a change in the sequencing of the DNA), that essentially “turn on” or “turn off” parts of the genome. This my friends is where “nature versus nurture” takes place. Yes, the environment of the cell (physical and otherwise) plays a major role in the expression of our genetic code.
Why is the placebo effect so casually dismissed
The placebo effect is fascinating. Further, it is so well known and established that research not accounting for its effects is given little credibility. What is fascinating is that when treatments are tested, they are tested against a placebo group, in an attempt to validate that the treatment has effect beyond the placebo. This must be done, because it is well established that simply believing you are receiving a beneficial treatment (drug or otherwise) can have the intended benefits without actually receiving the treatment.
Now, I say “Why is the placebo effect so casually dismissed”. Yes, the placebo effect is being accounted for in research… so it is recognized. But why is the method by which its effects take place not studied with the same veracity as the treatment it is put up against. The fact is, there is clear evidence to treat virtually any condition with nothing more than “belief”. Sure, one-hundred percent of patients don’t exhibit the placebo effect… and I would argue, one-hundred percent of people are not “believers”. In fact, many people are down right negative and live in a victim state. But what if we could cultivate this “belief” and target it towards our desired outcome? I will tell you this… I don’t believe it is a matter of “what if”, it is a matter of “how”!
A few of my favorite quotes from the book!
We will no longer fractiously debate the role of nurture and nature because we will realize that the fully conscious mind trumps both nature and nurture.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
So many of us are leading limited lives not because we have to but because we think we have to.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
The notion that genes control biology has been so frequently repeated for such a long period of time that scientists have forgotten it is a hypothesis.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
Logically, genes cannot preprogram a cell or organism’s life because cell survival depends on the ability to dynamically adjust to an ever-changing environment.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
Computers and cells are programmable. (...) the programmer lies outside the computer/cell.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
The Universe is one indivisible, dynamic whole in which energy and matter are so deeply entangled it is impossible to consider them as independent elements.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
Thought “energy” can activate or inhibit the cell’s function-producing proteins via the mechanics of constructive and destructive interference.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
Buried in exceptional cases are the roots of a more powerful understanding of the nature of life – “more powerful” because the principles behind these exceptions trump established “truths”.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
(...) programmed misperceptions in our subconscious mind are not “monitored” and will habitually engage us in inappropriate and limiting behaviors.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
Once we deal with the powerful subconscious mind, (...) We are not stuck with our genes or our self-defeating behaviors.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
Our perceptions, whether they are accurate or inaccurate, equally impact our behavior and our bodies.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
Doctors should not dismiss the power of the mind as something inferior to the power of chemicals and the scalpel.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
(...) happiness fuels success, not the other way around. Simply stated, success doesn’t bring happiness; happiness brings success.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
The subconscious is an emotionless database of stored programs, whose function is strictly concerned with reading environmental signals and engaging in hardwired behavioral programs, no questions asked, no judgements made.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
As a preprogrammed behavior is unfolding, the observing conscious mind can step in, stop the behavior, and create a new response. Thus the conscious mind offers us free will.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
Your belief carries more power than your reality.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
My identity, my “self,” exists in the environment whether my body is here or not.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
(...) Immortality doesn’t mean a perpetual existence in time without end, but instead, existence resides outside of time altogether.Bruce Lipton PHD : The Biology Of Belief
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