The Automatic Functions of the Mind Lecture June 11, 2009

For our second February meeting we will listen to the third lecture in Barbara Branden's lecture course "Principles of Efficient Thinking" titled: "The Automatic Functions of the Mind".

In this lecture, Ms. Branden discusses the nature of the subconscious--The proper use of the subconscious--Subconscious integrations and the emotions--Creative thinking and the subconscious--The psychology of "inspiration".

Thinking is not an automatic process known to everyone instinctively. Thinking is an acquired skill and — like every human skill — it involves certain principles which have to be identified and learned.

Barbara Branden's course on this subject, deals with the art of thinking in both its theoretical and practical aspects.

The theoretical aspect covers in detail the principles that make possible the most efficient use of one's mind; the practical aspect covers specific techniques by which one avoids thinking errors and maximizes the productiveness of one's mental effort.

After we finish listening to the lecture, we will discuss the issues brought up in it. Running time will be about 75 minutes.

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