Season 1
5 episodes · 1993
1The Mind Body Connection
Bill Moyers speaks with neuroscientists and doctors as he investigates the mysteries and science of the mind-body connection.
2The Mystery of Chi
Bill travels to China to explore the practice of traditional Chinese medicine, including acupuncture, massage, herbal remedies, tai chi, and chi gong.
3Healing from Within
Bill meets two therapists who combine meditation mindfulness with group therapy to help patients who are coping with such issues as chronic pain and terminal illness.
4The Art of Healing
Bill Moyers talks with physicians, scientists, therapists, and patients about how emotional support, expectations, stress, and human contact affect our well-being and our ability to heal.
5Wounded Healersfinale
Bill Moyers visits Commonweal, a retreat for people who suffer from a terminal illness. There, a support system of love, touch, listening, and understanding improves patients' quality of life, and their capacity to heal.