Since the 1980s, when near death experiences became part of the public consciousness, they have held endless attraction for people. Why do they resonate so powerfully within us? Join Dr. Raider, a clinical physician and coordinating director of a Geriatric Teaching Program in CT and hear the latest medical research. We'll also learn a simple, natural way to connect with the inner light. The Microsoft Teams link will be sent via email one day before the program. For adults.

Matthew Raider received his M.D. degree with honors from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1979. He had a clinical practice for 42 years, during which time he was the medical director of several health care facilities in central CT. Dr. Raider has had a long interest in meditation going back over 50 years. He is also a contributing author to “Meditation as Medication for the Soul” by Rajinder Singh. Dr. Raider has a particular interest for the health benefits of meditation and he has lectured extensively in hospitals and libraries in the U.S. and Canada as well as at the United Nations.