New Thinking Allowed with Jeffrey Mishlove Sep 26, 2025 This video is a special release from the original Thinking Allowed series that ran on public television from 1986 until 2002. It was recorded in about 1991. It will remain public for only one week.  The model of the spiritual elder is an appropriate one for individuals experiencing an extended lifespan. This process can be facilitated through the application of transpersonal and humanistic processes. A major part of this work involves an examination of one’s life and an understanding of how apparently negative events often lead to positive outcomes. Inner work is also essential to relieve oneself of the burden of resentment and anger that can accumulate over a lifetime. The late Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, PhD., father of the Jewish Renewal movement, was emeritus professor of the psychology of religion and religious mysticism at Temple University. He is author of Spiritual Intimacy. 00:00 Introduction: redefining old age 02:04 The meaning of spiritual eldering 03:30 Elders as wisdom keepers 06:02 Cultural traditions of elders 08:20 Life seasons and the harvest of experience 12:31 The purpose of life and global consciousness 16:22 Awakening new areas of the brain 20:29 Facing challenges of aging with spiritual tools 23:43 Preparing for death and the art of completion 28:03 Conclusion Now you can watch all of the programs from the original Thinking Allowed Video Collection, hosted by Jeffrey Mishlove. Subscribe to the new Streaming Channel (https://thinkingallowed.vhx.tv/) and watch more than 350 programs now, with more, previously unreleased titles added weekly. Free month of the classic Thinking Allowed streaming channel for New Thinking Allowed subscribers only. Use code THINKFREELY.