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Mind & Its Potential 7 - 8 November 2011
Join world leaders in science, education, psychology, and the arts in exploring these profound questions:
- How do we learn?
- How should we teach?
- How do we overcome adversity and disability?
- How should we live our lives?
EARLY BIRD AND ENDORSING BODY DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE!
Book before 29 July and save $200 on the 2 day conference and $320 on the gold pass!
Book before 23 September and save $100 on the 2 day conference and $160 on the gold pass!
PLUS as an endorsing body, ANTA members are eligible for a further 10% discount on the conference. Simply call (02) 8719 5118 to register.
The earlier you book, the more you save!
Highlights of this extraordinary conference include:
- A star studded faculty: 40 amazing speakers including creativity guru Dr Edward de Bono, inventor of Mind Mapping Tony Buzan and leading UK neuroscientist Baroness Susan Greenfield.
- The inside word on making your brain work for you: World leader in neuroplasticity research and creator of groundbreaking treatments for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Dr Jeffrey M Schwartz, takes us through a step-by-step method to free ourselves from negative thinking.
- An amazing learning experience: Attend in-depth workshops on the art and science of learning with neuroscience of education expert Dr Mary Helen Immordino-Yang and learn how to improve focus and productivity at work with Director of The Potential Project, Rasmus Hougaard.
- Explore your potential for personal development: Learn proven techniques for achieving compassion, joy and equanimity in life with remarkable Buddhist nun Ven Robina Courtin, innovative educator Pam Cayton and positive psychology coach Dr Suzy Green.
- Personal stories of passion and mastery: Enjoy the fascinating conversation between celebrated master chef Matt Moran and Australia's leading concert pianist Simon Tedeschi on what it takes to achieve mastery in life. Be moved by world champion boxer Johnny Famechon's story of living with acquired brain injury.
- Participation of Australia's top thinkers and mental health researchers: Hear from controversial Australian futurist Richard Neville, leading adolescent psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg and leading mind and brain researcher Professor Ian Hickie on reaching our potential throughout life.
The mind is the latest frontier of human discovery. Find out how our new understanding of the way the brain works is revolutionising approaches to learning, creativity and personal development.
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