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Biography

2000-present. Professor Emeritus of Physics, Rutgers University.

1970-2000. Associate Professor of Physics, Rutgers University.

1965-1970. Postdoctoral positions at Brookhaven National Laboratory and the University of Rochester.

1965 Ph.D. in Physics, Case Western Reserve.

              NSF Fellowship at Case.

 

Research specialties:      

Understanding the implications of quantum mechanics for the nature of reality.

              Elementary particle systematics using group representation theory.

              A theory underlying quantum mechanics.

             

2001 Author of Science, Sense, & Soul, published by St. Martins Press.

2007 Author of The Way from Science to Soul, Integrating Physics, the Brain, & the Spiritual Journey.

The primary goal of the book is to show that quantum mechanics implies that we each have a nonphysical soul.  (See this web site for technical details.)   The book also explains how and why spiritual practices work.  And it discusses the importance of the art of personality to the well-being of our world.

Dr. Blood gave over thirty talks around the country on Science, Sense & Soul and is now giving talks on The Way from Science to Soul (it was published in October, 2007).

 

He has thirty years experience with mystical, meditative religions, including Sufism, Shamanism, and Buddhism.  And he has traveled extensively—to India, Turkey, Bali, Israel, China, Peru—to  experience spirituality throughout the world.

 

Interview Questions for Casey Blood, Ph.D. on

 The Way from Science to Soul:

 Integrating Physics, the Brain, and the Spiritual Journey

1.  Why did you write this book?

2.  Why should our audience listen to you?  How are you an expert in this field? 

3. Explain why you believe quantum mechanics can illuminate the spiritual journey.

4.  You say that quantum mechanics implies there are no particles—no electrons, no atoms.  How can you defend this when the particle view of the physical world is so widely accepted, at least by nonphysicists?

5. Can you elaborate on your assertion that quantum mechanics provides the bridge between the scientific and spiritual views of reality?

6.  What do you mean  “each of us is a nonphysical soul that has a physical body”?

7.  How can accepting this basic fact change one’s life?

8. Please elaborate on this, “In the nonphysical world where the soul lives there is not just God. There is a whole complicated, beautiful, relevant existence. 

9.  You assert, “…the soul forgets how to be aware of the nonphysical planes.”  What specific spiritual practices retrain the soul’s awareness?

10.  What role do personality and society play in the development of an integrated cosmology?

11.  What will unifying the significant aspects of existence—nonphysical and physical and spiritual and scientific—do to enhance the average person’s understanding of the world?

12.  What will bridging mysticism and science do for society as a whole?

13. How would you describe your ideal of religion?

14. What makes this book unique?

15.  Who were your spiritual and scientific role models and how did they impact your life’s work?

16.  Where can people purchase The Way from Science to Soul: Integrating Physics, the Brain, & the Spiritual Journey?

17.  What can people learn on your website,  www.QuantumMechanicsandReality.com?

More Interview Questions

18. You say that your cosmology provides an understanding of biological life.  Could you please explain?

19.. Why is there evil in the world?

20. What is the soul?

21. What is the relation of the soul to the brain or brain-body?

22. What does the brain have to do with meditation?

23. Can a person from a Judeo-Christian background benefit from your book?

24. How do you think scientists will react to your book?

25. Why does a lay person need this information?  Can’t they just skip to the spiritual practices?

26. Does someone need to do the practices, or can they just read the book and appreciate it?

27. Why don’t you use the word God in the book?

28. How do you envision God?

29. Do you believe in free will?

30. You mention many different kinds of spiritual practices.  Could you go over them and say what each is for?

31.  What is the endpoint, the goal, of human society?

32. Could you talk a little about the role of emotions?

33. What happens after we die?

34. In your book, you quote Rumi as saying: “Know that the body nurtures the spirit, helps it grow, and then gives it the wrong advice.”  Could you please explain?

Endorsements

Praise for Professor Casey Blood and The Way From Science to Soul: Integrating Physics, the Brain, & the Spiritual Journey

“Professor Blood’s workshop provided a riveting experience for the participants, and the bridge between Quantum Physics and Spirituality seems to be of greater interest to people in general. We were delighted that his lecture brought in new people to the congregation. Reverend Evrol Officer, Christ Church Unity of Boston 

“In The Way From Science to Soul, author Casey Blood, Ph.D. does what might seem impossible; he presents a conversational, and easy to follow exploration of quantum mechanics, neuroscience and mysticism in one fluid discussion. Like a rare opportunity to sit with a great physicist and muse over truth with a capital “T”, this book offers the space in which to ponder the nature of the Universe in a wholly practical and thoroughly fulfilling manner.“ Kristin White, Shaman and Medical Intuitive

"The Way From Science to Soul is a “must read” for people interested in understanding and changing their own mental states. In the field of mental health, practitioners and clients alike have been taught that science and spiritual experience are mutually exclusive – and that only science counts.  Clients who feel that their experiences have a spiritual component are often left with nowhere to turn. Casey Blood provides a clear explanation of the scientific basis for spiritual experience, and includes specific, easy to follow practices for developing mastery over thoughts and emotions.” Andrea Blanch, PhD. Former Florida state mental health commissioner currently President of the Center for Religious Tolerance

“Finally, Dr. Blood answers the big question: “Yes, we are both body and spirit!” He uses the mathematics of quantum mechanics to prove the existence of our non-physical nature and he shows how the brain is connected to spirit at the synapses. I love his practices for our mental health and spiritual growth!”  Bob Schmitz, Retired Counselor LMHP

”...Casey Blood illuminates the path from the science of life to the mysteries of life. Through his clearly presented examples we understand the continuity of scientific reality and the experience of living. The Way from Science to Soul will be treasured by all who seek to take this journey.” Gerald R. Berg, MD, Associate Clinical Professor of Diagnostic Imaging, Yale University School of Medicine and Chairman Diagnostic Radiology, Waterbury Hospital Health Center.

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Using quantum physics to illuminate the spiritual journey? The author does just this in the book, The Way from Science to Soul: Integrating Physics, the Brain, and the Spiritual Journey, by Casey Blood, PH.D. But, why would you do such a thing? Why mix science and soul, quantum mechanics with spirituality? Dr. Casey Blood is a Professor Emeritus at Rutgers University, so if he wants to do this, I suppose he is qualified to. I'm not a scientist, so what do I know? A little something about spirituality at least.

Physics is the study of the physical universe, and one wouldn’t expect to learn about the spiritual side of life, or the nonphysical universe, when reading about it. However, Dr. Blood begins our education on this matter with an in-depth coverage of physics and quantum mechanics, the brain (including the synapse), and how these all pull together so that we can either see the spiritual side, or choose not to. The point of it is that there are several versions of reality to perceive while we choose to only see one; the existence of the soul can not be disproved, nor proven by science. So how does the nonphysical soul interact with the physical world? The soul can perceive the physical brain and through this, perceive the world. But, the physical world is not the only plane to be aware of. The soul can exist on many planes, the physical, the angelic plane, which is closest to the source of all, and the jinn plane, which is where our souls can communicate with other souls. Dr. Blood explains that our soul’s journey is much longer than that of our earthly existence, and that we have time to spend on each plane.

Dr. Blood describes spiritual practices which help us to remember that we are a nonphysical soul that has a physical body. These practices include meditation, yoga, focus on breathing, using retreats and finding teachers to help us. These practices though, are not the end goal. Our personality and contribution to society is important too. Dr. Blood states that we need to develop certain qualities like insight, compassion, friendship and wisdom and gives guidance on how to do so.

I was a little worried when I was asked to review this book. However, Dr. Blood takes a very complex topic and relates it to the average reader in a carefully chosen tone of support. The interest in spirituality is growing in leaps and bounds so that this connection to quantum physics will surely have a target audience, but, is still something of interest to the masses. The book is not an easy read, but it is worthwhile to wrap your physical mind around it for a time. Your spiritual mind will thank you.

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