Anatomy of the Soul, Curt Thompson, M. D.
Anatomy of the Soul, Curt Thompson, M. D.
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Anatomy of the Soul
Surprising Connections between Neuroscience and Spiritual Practices That Can Transform Your Life and Relationships

Author: Curt Thompson, M. D.

Narrator: Sean Pratt

Unabridged: 12 hr 16 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 03/15/2016

Synopsis

Do you want to improve your relationships and experience lasting personal change? Join Curt Thompson, MD, on an amazing journey to discover the surprising pathways for transformation hidden inside your own mind. Integrating new findings in neuroscience and attachment with Christian spirituality, Dr. Thompson reveals how it is possible to rewire your mind, altering your brain patterns and literally making you more like the person God intended you to be. Explaining discoveries about the brain in layman's terms, he shows how you can be mentally transformed through spiritual practices, interaction with Scripture, and connections with other people. He also provides practical exercises to help you experience healing in areas where you've been struggling. Insightful and challenging, Anatomy of the Soul illustrates how learning about one of God's most miraculous creations—your brain—can enrich your life, your relationships, and your impact on the world around you.

About Curt Thompson, M. D.

Curt Thompson, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and the founder of Being Known, an organization that develops resources for hope and healing at the intersection of neuroscience and Christian spiritual formation. He is also the author of The Soul of Shame and Anatomy of the Soul. Thompson and his wife, Phyllis, a licensed clinical social worker, are the parents of two children and live in Arlington, Virginia.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Allie on November 08, 2023

As a psychiatrist and a Christian, Thompson explores attachment theory and neuroscience in the context of his faith. He shines light on how the human brain experiences spirituality and relationship with God, seeking to help people experience their faith in a deeper way. I found his reflections on ho......more

Goodreads review by Emma on November 27, 2024

I really enjoyed the first half of this book, and got a bit lost at the end, hence the 3-star rating. Honestly, I think some of the writing was a bit too scientific and complex for the average reader—took me a minute to get through this one. Overall, his chapters on the importance of being known and......more

Goodreads review by Adam on May 16, 2018

Short Review: Anatomy of the Soul is broadly divided into two parts. The science and background about neurology, trauma, attachment, emotions, the prefrontal cortex, etc. and the shorter spiritual implications to our understanding of sin, repentance and forgiveness, and community. Because I have read......more

Goodreads review by Anita on March 18, 2025

Stellar content. Thompson writes with immense grace, compassion, and experience about pursuing wholeness in a devastated world. It's a dense, rich read.......more

Goodreads review by Brenna on August 29, 2022

not just so we may know the truth, but so that we may live more truly A truly unique work on the integration of the study of modern mental health and spirituality. One thing that was increasingly evident to me as a result of this read is the depth and the care with which God has designed our minds.......more

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