Conversations on Consciousness

Conversations on Consciousness: Scientist Philosopher Dialogue 

Prasad Rangnekar and Abha Karki Rajbhandari, PhD

Time and Location

December 1st and December 3rd

90 minutes each/session Over Zoom

This two-part dialogue brings science and philosophy together to explore consciousness not only as an abstract idea, but as something present in every moment of our lives. We will examine how consciousness is studied, interpreted, and experienced and ask whether awakening is less about finding something new and more about becoming aware of what is already here!

Part 1: The Basics of Consciousness: Science and Philosophy (December 1)

We will explore what consciousness is, how modern neuroscience approaches the question of subjective experience, and how ancient philosophical traditions have understood awareness and the nature of the Self. We will also examine one of the central questions in the study of consciousness: Does the brain create consciousness, or could consciousness be more fundamental than matter?

Part 2: Making Consciousness Practical: Energy (December 3)

We will move from theory into lived experience by exploring Yogic perspectives on consciousness and energy. Using the Panchakosha model, we will examine the different layers of human experience from the physical body and breath to the mind, discernment, and deeper awareness and consider how we can cultivate greater presence in everyday life.

Together, these conversations invite us to ask not only What is consciousness? but also How do we live more consciously?

About Us:

Prasad Rangnekar: Prasad is a Yoga educator based in India who teaches in over 15 countries for the past 30 years. He has been a student practitioner of Yoga for the last 40 years, studying both, in traditional lineages, 

as well as academically, with a Master’s degree in Philosophy. 

Abha Karki Rajbhandari, PhD: 

Abha is a neuroscientist studying how the brain and body interact during stress. Outside the lab, she is a student of yoga, 

a spiritual seeker, and an advocate for whole brain-body health. She explores questions about human existence through science, reasoning, knowledge, and mysticism, with a particular interest in bridging scientific and spiritual perspectives on life.

Cost: $45 for both sessions (December 1st and December 3rd)

Please register for both session to receive the Zoom link.

You can pay $45 for the December 1st session only.

Recordings are available until December 10th.

Thank you.

Abha and Prasad