Stanley Krippner

Stanley Krippner is an American psychologist and parapsychologist known for his extensive research into altered states of consciousness, dream studies, and paranormal phenomena. Throughout his career spanning over five decades, he has served as professor of psychology at Saybrook University and has authored/co-authored hundreds of academic papers and numerous books. His work at the Maimonides Medical Center Dream Laboratory in Brooklyn during the 1960s and 1970s established him as a pioneer in dream telepathy research. These studies, which explored the possibility of telepathic influence on dreams, remain among the most rigorous scientific investigations conducted in this field. Krippner's research extends beyond parapsychology into humanistic psychology, consciousness studies, and shamanic practices across various cultures. His investigations of shamanic healing rituals and altered states of consciousness in indigenous societies have contributed significantly to the understanding of cross-cultural approaches to healing and spirituality. His academic contributions have earned him several honors, including the American Psychological Association's Award for Distinguished Contributions to the International Advancement of Psychology. Krippner continues to influence the fields of consciousness research, dreams, and the study of human potential through his writing and research.

Readers value Krippner's research on dreams, consciousness, and parapsychology but note his writing can be dense and academic. His co-authored book "Personal Mythology" receives praise for helping readers examine their belief systems and life narratives. "Dream Telepathy" draws interest for its experimental approach but faces skepticism about methodology. Likes: - Detailed documentation of research protocols - Integration of scientific and spiritual perspectives - Cross-cultural examination of consciousness - Citations and extensive references Dislikes: - Technical language makes concepts hard to grasp - Some findings lack replication - High price point of academic texts - Dated research methods in older works Ratings: Goodreads: Personal Mythology - 4.1/5 (89 ratings) Demystifying Shamans - 3.9/5 (28 ratings) Dream Telepathy - 3.8/5 (46 ratings) Amazon: Personal Mythology - 4.3/5 (31 reviews) Spiritual Dimensions of Healing - 4.5/5 (12 reviews) Dream Telepathy - 4.1/5 (22 reviews)

Personal Mythology: The Psychology of Your Evolving Self Examines how personal myths shape individual identity and provides methods for identifying and transforming limiting beliefs.

Spiritual Dimensions of Healing Documents various cultural healing practices and explores the relationship between spirituality and physical health.

Extraordinary Dreams and How to Work with Them Presents research on different types of dreams and provides techniques for dream interpretation and utilization.

The Psychological Impact of War Trauma on Civilians Analyzes the effects of warfare on civilian populations through case studies and psychological research.

Varieties of Anomalous Experience: Examining the Scientific Evidence Reviews research on unusual experiences including near-death experiences, mystical experiences, and psi phenomena.

Debating Psychic Experience: Human Potential or Human Illusion? Presents contrasting viewpoints from researchers and skeptics regarding the validity of psychic phenomena.

The Voice of Rolling Thunder: A Medicine Man's Wisdom for Walking the Red Road Records the teachings and practices of Native American medicine man Rolling Thunder based on extensive interviews.

Dreamworking: How to Use Your Dreams for Creative Problem Solving Provides methods for accessing dream content to enhance creativity and solve personal and professional challenges.

Breaking the Drought: Visions of Grace Explores drought mythology across cultures and examines psychological responses to environmental crisis.