We are primarily emotional beings—our thinking is a byproduct of our feeling bodies. Emotions come first; thoughts follow. At least, that’s what neuroscientist Antonio Damasio suggests. His research challenges Descartes’ famous statement, “I think, therefore I am,” arguing that a more accurate conclusion would be, “I feel, therefore I am.” Damasio’s work demonstrates that emotions provide the brain with essential information, shaping our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
Beyond neuroscience, physics offers insights into the role emotions play—not just in our mental and physical health, but in our evolution as a species. If we understand ourselves as part of the universe, subject to the same physical principles that govern all energy, we can begin to see how emotions influence the balance and function of our personal and collective energy fields.
Emotions correspond to fundamental forces of physics, reflecting the way the universe expresses itself through us:
• Fear/Excitement → Electromagnetism
• Anger/Desire → Gravity
• Sadness/Comfort → Nuclear Force
• Need/Love → Weak Force
This workshop will explore these connections in depth. We will meet once a week for four weeks over Zoom, with a group of five to ten participants (meeting dates will be determined collaboratively). I would be delighted to schedule an introductory call, during which I can share more details, answer your questions, and explore how this workshop might support your personal or professional journey.
This Emotional Life 