Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor: Transform Your Life (and Your Connection to Spirit!) with Whole Brain Living

This is the first of two conversations with Dr. Jill. I so enjoyed talking to her and I think you'll enjoy hearing her as well. Most of what stands in the way of our making the connection to spirit, to our loved ones, to higher guidance, is what happens in our brains. In this conversation, Jill and I explore how to bring together the "four characters" in our brains to find greater cohesion, peace, happiness AND connection.
Author of "My Stroke of Insight" and "Whole Brain Living," Dr. Jill is smart, funny, and very wise. Listen in as we Suzanne discuss the benefits of science AND spirituality and how the two mesh. And be sure to check out her website for lots more information on this NYT bestselling author, neuroscientist, and viral TEDTalk speaker ~ including her in-depth video on the four characters: www.drjilltaylor.com
Please join me LIVE in the comments Sunday, and thereafter via all the podcast streaming services. This is a don't-miss interview.
Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins’ list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master’s degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life.
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[@carlielion7]

I had a severe brain trauma by way of a car accident. This was compounded seven years later when I fell again and broke my neck. In the first TBI, my doctor suggested Jill‘s book. I couldn’t read at the time so I got it on audio. it changed my life because it helped me understand how my brain was working and opened up my curiosity that has continued on how the brain works. I work in addictions and have been able to have better understanding of the neurological route of addictions. I am so gratefulfor this teacher in my life. Please make sure she hears my gratitude.

[@Love77769]

Jill's story and work is vital for humanity to understand how their own brains work! I took a class from Jill, and she is presently working to get this into the schools❤ So happy it has helped you so much. Sending love!

[@dong4398]

Have you looked into HBOT? (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy) It has shown promising results for TBI, Stroke, and many other conditions. But you would be better looking into independant clinics specializing in HBOT treatments and not hospitals, they mostly still use Hyperbaric Oxygen treatment for burns, wounds, etc. The clinics are constantly updating with new research. Many of these clinics have information videos on KZbin. Go to KZbin and type in 'HBOT TBI' and you should come up with plenty of information. There are clinics all over the country

[@healingartsandstars]

❤

[@patriciagriffin1505]

Interesting and informative

[@texasmr]

Suzanne, thank you for this interview with Jill & her grain characters!

[@fredas-t4890]

I am 77 now. About 45 i started with headaches Then memories started coming back. I remember sitting in a rocking chair hanging on to a huge stuffed bear and rocking for hours as i worked thru early childhood memories. I am WELL aware of my #2, whose name was the one given me during those early years, Maizy Had a friend in school who was Sharp as a tack! No one i have met since has had that kind of focus - Olivia. (#1) The trauma i went thru created all kinds of splits. The one who was creative, - and squashed by my mother! - was Sally. I have NO Idea where Most of those IFS names Came from! but i still use them for those who have yet to become part if the whole. THIS way of dealing with all the mental chaaaaaatter they feel Very comfortable with! Such Great Tools! Thank you Suzanne for having Jill on the show!!!

[@selenastehn379]

This is absolutely amazing. When channeling my guides last night, 17 pages were written about this stuff (to an extent). Now in The Shift's class (Mediumship Academy) Suzanne told us about this interview. Synchronicity at its finest. So much more to say, but this sums it up. Thank you so much!

[@millygornail7529]

So magical✨🪬💫💚✨🧿

[@theresamazur9530]

This is magickal. I have to watch it again. Thank you both for your time and insight!

[@denisesilva3674]

Thank you for having the most amazing guest on your podcast. I always come away feeling so grateful and blessed.❤️

[@bellpine333]

Looking forward to the continuation of this conversation!!

[@janetp181]

this explains why if I change my actions it changes the actions of others. I am not controlling them but allowing them to respond in. different a character.

[@luciclaireshedoe2230]

What a great simple, clear, profound thought! 🙋🏽‍♀️💐💋😁

[@terryhudson1757]

Thank you Suzanne and Jill!!!! 🎉🎉🎉this episode was so mind-blowing!!!! I'm definitely rewatching this!!! Oh my God!!! It's like God added Jill so we could finally understand how we work and how our spirituality is part of us. I love the scientists, because they validate what we already know but can't always prove. I love you ladies❤❤❤❤

[@janetp181]

I could understand these parts of us as she talked about them. Such great information for understanding others and how to communicate with the part of the brain that is now. Thank you so much Dr. Jill.

[@sukiemurphy862]

I love her laugh ❤️🙏

[@millygornail7529]

OMG me tooo😅😂she had my Soul laughing💓💓💓😆

[@vesnap3787]

I just had to watch this twice in a row :-) everything makes perfect sense now. I found Dr.Jill and her book “My stoke of insight” when my dad had a stroke years ago. It really comforted me and helped me understand what was going on with him…I’m looking forward to reading this book too. Thank you so much, Suzanne for having her on ♡♡♡

[@Donna-vh5ym]

This conversation was so fulfilling and mind opening. (No pun intended). I left wanting more. I need to start ordering her books like right now. Dr. Jill is fascinating and has to a way of teaching/explaining where it's understandable. Thank you Susanne, thank you Dr. Jill. ❤❤❤

[@kbowker5]

I Love Dr Jill!!!! I am a channel and for months my team in spirit has been describing the 4 "pillars" of being human- your intellectual self (ego) Your emotional self (inner child) Your Physical experiential self and your divine self! This scientific information is completely validating what my guides have been saying is a path to enlightenment! WOW I am thrilled!!

[@jeannechabot4893]

Fantastic! I read her book when it first came out but this was a wonderful review. I especially loved when she said when someone we love is dying and we can’t be with them that they know we are there . Such a comfort.

[@millygornail7529]

Yes very comforting for me as well✨💓💫🪬

[@carma663]

Just finished reading her book and have to say that it has changed my life! Just, wow!

[@missizzie8618]

Which book may I ask.. she has two. Ty!

[@carma663]

@@missizzie8618 Whole Brain Living

[@luciclaireshedoe2230]

She's talking about the second in this interview so i pretty sure it that... 😁💋💐🙋🏽‍♀️

[@PeggyBenton-hz9jx]

Great fun watching you two! Thank you Jill for the refresher on whole brain living!!

[@happyhours23]

YES, please, a whole program of character 4!!!!

[@phammond8155]

You are both beautiful souls, I learn so much from listening each week. I LOVE your stuffed bunny Suzanne Thank you for sharing, it's OK to have a "stuffie".

[@sicast916]

I had no trauma , no stroke, but my brain did the exact same thing and it’s never been the same and I am so grateful

[@taniandorlandomartinez6476]

Yes, part 2 please. This is fantastic. Thank you!

[@bakerco5286]

Thank you for interviewing Jill. She is clearly someone people need to discover due to what she has 'accomplished' with her life. I am so grateful that she is so willing to share her experience with us so freely. A remarkable Soul. Love you both!!!

[@LivingInFullEssence]

I so appreciate the neuroanatomy science. Thank you for having this wonderful podcast.

[@SherylAZ]

Dr. Jill's book was fascinating! L👀king forward to Sunday.

[@missizzie8618]

Which book may I ask, she has two. Ty!

[@angelaachee7933]

This is right on time. Thank you ✨💕🌟💕✨

[@bigchevy350boy]

She is truly amazing 🙏 💚 Thank you so much for sharing this with us Susanne & crew.

[@robinsiciliano8923]

This show is an answered prayer. WOW 😮❤

[@tatianas765]

Wonderful teachings - Thank you so much, Suzanne and Dr. Jill! - I have to buy the book and listen to this again and again.

[@jenthang]

Such a great interview! Thank you!!

[@MarshaHines-e9e]

For years Jill has spoken of her stroke and her most educating-enlightening books. Love her ❤

[@cherylpereeia1756]

Thank you Suzanne! I just love Jill Bolte Taylor!

[@YvonneB-ee5vq]

Two amazing ladies in one podcast. I love you both blessed be❤

[@centerforheartconsciousliv9154]

I've watched Dr. Jill's original video on her condition years and years ago. If you have not seen it yet, I highly suggest you watch that as well as this. I was so fascinated with the info. I've watched it numerous times. Amazing stuff!

[@evacerta6690]

Thank you for sharing this information! ❤ So beautiful and helpful!!

[@waihanyip3472]

Beautiful connections with you both. Thank you 🙏

[@vg2231]

Thank you for this conversation! Her approach reminds me of Transactional Analysis - I relate character 1 to the 'Parent' concept, characters 2 and 3 to the 'Child' and character 4 to the 'Adult'. Having a framework for dealing with interactions, in the moment or on reflection, has helped me so much over the years. It's good to now have awareness of the anatomical structure in relation to these states of mind.

[@isisulloa7628]

Truth is truth, and Spirituality is backed up by Science. Thank you for such an eye opening show. The four characters really resonated, as well as the power behind the 90 second processing of a trigger...this explains why my character 2 is ALWAYS showing up...her name is princess....because it's all about her😂, however, in all seriousness, this is the character that brings those deep traumas to the surface that need healing. Absolutely beautiful episode💚 Gratitude!

[@JoyceMartincream]

Best talk ever❤️

[@JoePistell]

Wow… rewind. Wow… rewind. Wow… rewind. I’m 15 mins in and I know this discussion is going to change my life. ❤

[@millygornail7529]

Same here🙋🏻‍♀️!! 😂you cracked me up. I’ll be rewatching for sure and looking forward to PT2💫

[@Mel.H_]

Definitely part 2 please❤🎉

[@marymacpherson7719]

A great interview. Looking forward to #2 interview.

[@marie-noellebaechler1433]

Thank you very much, it was fascinating

[@dosomethingtomakeme]

This was so good. I already knew what you taught was true but to have science back up what you’ve been saying just brings joy to me. Thank you so much Suzanne. Your guest have been so spot on.

[@trinityedwards33]

Loved this ❤ thank you both!

[@safenawinfield2807]

This is brilliant because Jill had an actual experience of how her brain works...waaay past theory only! I loved the two of you together. I'm more spiritual so for me, Jill really just added the validity to these experiences from another lens. I would love Jill to study some of Suzanne's work and then come back together ...maybe there will be another level of insight!! (that being said I totally get staying in our own lane of "language" to reach as many people as possible!)

[@lisamarieells75]

Thank you Susan and Dr. Jill.

[@kimtaylor4480]

LT! 😂 Perfect. Great talk. Thanks Jill and Suzanne! ❤️

[@kimtaylor4480]

I bought a stuffed rabbit too! We sleep with it at night. ❤️

[@barbiejohnson3047]

Yes! We are Spirit first

[@luciclaireshedoe2230]

Oh my gosh humongous gratitude to 'da bo da ya'! I felt it imperitive to own this book and found to my great broke (no $) joy that i actually already OWN this book, on Kindle! you two are soooo great. Thank/bless humongous gratitude. Greatly NEED this at this time! (Well, always, but has become more... Imperative?) 😁💋🙋🏽‍♀️💐🎊!!!!

[@barbiejohnson3047]

Amazing information very very appreciated

[@maryfinseth5424]

Great podcast. I need to listen again. I kept waiting for Suzanne to say that science is catching up with whoowhoo

[@patcates8846]

I loved the yoyful dance between you two. Jill is such a courageous and inspiring human / divine being 🙏🏻❤. Her book and perspective help define and understand the invisible workings of the different cells of the body, and the left and right hemispheres of the brain. Will be buying her book 👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻❤️

[@ghbeachingit]

Love jills work this mirrors the work of Dan Siegel and his teen to adult book brainstorm

[@burbankluther9766]

Would love to hear Suzanne and Dr. Jill have a discussion with Cynthia Sue Larson.

[@lindaluster1611]

Incredible! I want to share it with Everybody!

[@primateriawiberg2998]

Really LOVED this ❤🎉//Susanne

[@jeffrogers210]

In case no one has said this yet... I love her! (Also, just added her audiobook to my audible shopping cart) :-D

[@jeaniehorsley956]

I’m so glad you got Jill! Years ago I heard her Ted talk and never forgot her. What an amazing woman! I’ve always been interested in how our brain emotions feeling etc work. Why do people do what they do, was my on going curiosity question. Your book and hers are must get!!! Thank you! This was AWESOME 🙏♥️🥰

[@newsfrombeyond6160]

I am reading now Jill's latest book which has opended totally new ways to relate to myself and other people. Just a joy! It just a pity that my very strong joyful Character 3 became so supressed in school and almost totally dissapeared when Character 1 took over. And came to think about why I like so much the films Pirates of the Caribbean: they are fun and reckless Character 3 movies!

[@mayetwong5475]

❤ I have names for my 4 characters too. Grateful for your podcast together, so eager to watch for part 2❤

[@user-gb4hl5qj2x]

I love you two...hellon wheels. Hellen is a great descrption ...just as LT lieutenant

[@sandradaniel-ok6gv]

Mine are me, myself, and I. Sandra, Sandie, and Faye! Lol. The peace is my crave. Love this divine intervention. Learning more about the bipolar reality of me!😂

[@tomorrowkiddo]

Audiobook downloaded. Thank you both.

[@fredas-t4890]

Thank You!

[@liv57]

I love this conversation - thank you so much Suzanne ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@barbiejohnson3047]

Yes I had to do that exact thing with a friend

[@annefahy7256]

I'm excited and so looking forward to this interview-I KNOW it will be an uplifting discussion and divinely inspired. Thank you so very much for having Jill as your guest- I can hardly wait.

[@andrewmorgan5092]

So amazing ❤️🙏THANK YOU both so much 😘

[@LoveandLight-n1t]

Once again what a wonderful job Suzanne. Thank you for your continued service! May I digress a little from the current topic and ask if you would be interested in creating a #globalmeditationmoment, if a specific date and time were set up that everyone who wishes could participate. And if the message was spread through out all the popular podcasts like yours, and ie. NLS, and through out the whole of the spiritual community, we could gather a significant number of people. At that exact moment we all pause and hold a feeling of complete Love for one another and all creation. I believe it could prove to be very powerful. Also it does not have to be a one time event, I could see it continually gaining momentum. It just needs co-ordination.

[@millygornail7529]

🙋🏻‍♀️I’m ALL IN✨🧘🏻‍♀️💫Lovely & timely idea💓💓💓

[@love-light369]

G'day fellow Love & Light... We need a Universal day of Love 💛 💫 🌟 🫶 😁

[@barbiejohnson3047]

Yes! The Divine I

[@lovehealsall8051]

🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜

[@joancramer7484]

wow. this is amazing.

[@TheDWZemke]

Sooooo looking to more focus on character 4.

[@madelinemelocriollo1092]

❤ I am excited to buy your book. I have a question/request. Is it possible to do a show on parents who have special needs kids. I'm not talking about the peaceful, lost in their own world, blissful kids. I'm talking the ugly stuff... poop flinging, almost 7 years old obviously can't potty train.... screaming all the time .... clearly very uncomfortable and can't communicate with anyone. The child who is so upset and self driven that bites and scratches herself and others because she's not allowed to eat an entire box of cookies all the time, or a coin, or can't go outside barefoot when there's glass or other dangerous things on the road but doesn't understand why. The child who gets up every night at 3:30am to scream until 6am. I'm talking the desperation in a momma 24-7 who just wants to love but can't understand herself. I do understand the Big picture stuff ... there's a reason.... and all that... but how do I meditate when I can't concentrate with all the screaming? And also cannot step away because a child cannot be left unsupervised for a second and who has no real support system. What advice would you give that mother? advice that isn't the typical "there's a reason for everything" ((which I get but how do I make this human experience better for everyone in my family?))... how do you grin and bear it when you're the one out in the battlefield just barely holding on?? Thank you so much for taking the time to read this. I really do enjoy your videos (when I can listen 😅 usually after everyone has finally fallen asleep).

[@vitalishus]

@ madelinemelocriollo1092 Do you have a partner? Are they supportive enough to give you some time to yourself? If not, do you have a relative or friend who can help out and give you a reprieve for an hour or two here and there or on a daily basis? If not, can you afford to hire someone to do that? The next question is can you “let go” enough, for that length of time and trust everything will be ok for an hour or two? That you deserve to take time out for yourself to reset and recharge? That the world will not cave in, if you are not there for them briefly? It might be challenging, it might be uncomfortable…for both of you…but it’s essential you find a way to do it. (I have 2 children on the Autistic spectrum, now fully grown. 32 & 40. I understand) I am 65.

[@JoD279]

Have you tried cranial sacral? Would need to find a practitioner skilled in working with autism ~ blessings to you

[@sonyaparkin7841]

Everyone needs a village, a community- you need support!!!! I send you love and the very best wishes and I hope your community can support you more and better!!! 💚💕💕💕🙏

[@krassivdan]

You May try energy medicine, why not? You can search Donna Eden works. She also has written several books, one of them is called 'Energy Medicine'. There are practioners around the world as well who does energy work on the body

[@madelinemelocriollo1092]

Thank you all for replying. I guess what I am really looking for is the same kind of closure or something outside of this matrix that can feel magical. Like when someone loses a loved one or a pet they care so much about and Suzanne gives them that comfort that there really is no end .... like what would my daughter say to me that would blow me away. You know what.... I guess it's just silly.... I'm going to have to just grin and bear it. Understand that it is what it is etc etc .... Just hoping for a message from the higher selves of these kids ... especially the ones that are not happy, and are clearly uncomfortable and self injurious. I have 3 special needs kids, by the way all ranging from mild to severely autistic and the ages are 6,12 and almost 18. I am not a newbie to this life ... I guess I just wanted to hear something mystical or like a glimpse of the beyond that would make this life make sense. I get all the human part of things and my children bring me joy too and they're so beautiful but I don't understand so much and very obviously I have to live forever because I am the caregiver. Thank you all for your time and love.... I was just hoping to hear from Sanaya or one of the guides.

[@LovinLnCottage]

Wonderful interview. ❤️❤️❤️

[@barbiejohnson3047]

I need to have a group of like-minded people around me!

[@millygornail7529]

Sending you so much love💞you’re never lacking anything! You’re already in the midst of like-minded people you just had to be aware💫✨🧘🏻‍♀️

[@barbiejohnson3047]

Thank you Milly for your uplifting message I am truly grateful!

[@shellyg7847]

Can you please add in the description Jill's website?

[@heartoflotus]

Thank you! 🙏What a great interview! I am looking forward to Part 2 with Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor.

[@BornShining]

This one is gonna be a banger! Looking forward! 🙏 🌹🙌🌹📯🌹

[@woodspriteful]

The thing is that consciousness exists before and after the mind-body incarnation, beyond the brain, so I am suspicious about character 4 being the same as a spiritual experience although that is probably where people reside when they have one, where they have to reside to open to it, as the other characters are barriers to it. Character 2 deals with the same content as we experience in our life review but the approach is completely outside of the character 2 stance. Also, in NDE or Spiritual Experience character 3 never exists outside of character 4. In NDE or Spiritual Experience, character 1 is reduced to being a navigation device or focusing tool.

[@jasleenksaluja]

This is just so Beautiful. We are so moving forward with all this. From a Linear Personality to. Accepting the multi-personality feature of our Beingness . Love it sooo much ❤❤😘😘😘 Really really Beautiful Episode ❤

[@gdr55]

What she is talking about kind of reminds me of Ralph Ellisons book, Minds in Many Pieces. Otherwise known as Multiple personality disorder. But Dr Ellison in his work with his client came to recognise that their were also two spirit helpers who he would communicate with also. “ All multiple personality patients have an original personality that emerges at birth. This personality, actually a collection of thoughts, memories, and behaviour patterns, develops and cahnges as a result of the childs experiences. In normal people, this personality remains whole and defines them and contributes to their uniqueness. In multiple personalities, this original personality splinters into others.” Dr R Ellison. Because he claimed to be speaking to spirit helpers he was ostracized by the scientific and medical community.

[@millygornail7529]

So interesting thx for sharing✨💓

[@sandiesajner2613]

Jill's voice itself is so energetic and excitable in her expressions. I wonder (out of curiosity) if someone who knew her prior to the incident is the same voice she had prior to the injury? Does the brain recognize the way the voice had previously expressed itself?

[@millygornail7529]

Uuuh such great questions???!!!💓

[@jenisepischel1136]

"Just dance!" 8 characters have to learn how to change the dance.

[@laurafahey542]

Love your hair color beautiful

[@millygornail7529]

I agree😍just gorgeous🤍✨🤍✨🤍✨

[@hotharp]

That was fascinating but i was hoping you all would talk more about how to shut off the other parts to improve meditation, but i am not sure i got that. Maybe i need to listen again

[@love-light369]

Maybe create a "Brain huddle" for Character #4 to step in for meditating. 🫶

[@barbiejohnson3047]

Earth Angels and people who understand living vertically.

[@donnac5857]

Awesome 😊

[@woodspriteful]

Dr Jill Bolte Taylor's work goes beyond "The Master and His Emissary"

[@barbiejohnson3047]

What is created on Earth stays on earth

[@executivefunctions173]

W O W

[@arq.johannacontreras]

i hear about her in hoponoopono fantastic!!!!!!women!!! amazing everything what she discovers!!

[@guess429]

I tried to listen but just can't too hyper

[@denisevanselow2722]

✨🧬🌱🧠🌱🧬✨

[@barbiejohnson3047]

Momentum

[@TrishL333]

???, I hope she will come back and talk about what happens when our people around us are not in touch with the other three characters and only number one character

[@alexiskaplan6111]

Curious how Jill understands what is going on with schizophrenic brother

[@elifkalayci494]

@35:50 character 4

[@sicast916]

Who is the person in the 47 min please??

[@AlexandraAmor]

Byron Katie. She's written a number of books including Loving What Is.

[@sicast916]

@@AlexandraAmor you’re so lovely, thank you friend

[@millygornail7529]

@@AlexandraAmorLove her tooo💓

[@theheartofbrunswickisyourc2696]

Why is your intuition 1000 times more accurate than what your brain says?