NDEs are widely understood to be deeply transformative for the experiencer. But, what if years pass before the episode is recognized for what it was? Lorene Stanwick tells of her realization as an adult that she once had died at a tender age at the hands of her older sister. What might the belated remembrance of such an experience bring?
Lorene Stanwick had a near death experience (NDE) at the age of five when her older sister strangled her – but she did not remember it until decades later. Deeply committed to her spiritual practice, she had a period of profound spiritually transformative experiences (STEs) in 2021 – including recovery of the memory of her NDE. As she learned more about the ‘gifts’ of NDEs, she began to understand that what once made her a ‘victim’ had indeed become a gift, helping her to understand many experiences from throughout her life and giving her the strength, faith and clarity to continue on the path she has been guided to walk. On Wednesday, January 14 at 7:00 pm Central Time, Lorene will join us live via Zoom from her home in Kitchener, Ontario, to share her story of a childhood NDE and its profound aftermath.
Lorene Stanwick’s life, learning, and work weave together art, education, mental health, personal growth and advocacy. After a fearful childhood that included ongoing sibling abuse, followed by years of struggling with addiction, mental health and suicidal ideation, she was finally able to connect her struggles with that abuse, and she received the clear message that she was to be a voice in raising awareness, including being ‘guided’ to write a play about it. Her play, Broken Branches, had a 2-week run in Toronto in 2019.
With an academic background in Drama, Education, and a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, she has been a college disabilities counsellor, a drama teacher, a performer both onstage and in mental health education, and has worked with groups of artists to create original plays based on their lived experience of mental health and addiction.
As mentioned above, Lorene is a survivor of sibling abuse. Her awakening to the impact of that experience inspired her not only to write and produce her play, but also to launch SiblingAbuse.ca, a forum for learning, sharing stories, and building community. She is currently working with the research team that will soon be sharing the results of Canada’s first national study on sibling conflict, aggression and abuse.
https://www.siblingabuse.ca
What if we are not separate, but deeply connected—to each other, nature, and the spiritual realm? In this webinar, Bob Coppes shares powerful near-death experience insights revealing a profound truth: we are ONE, and love is the essence of all existence. Through these stories, he invites reflection on how this understanding can transform our view of life, death, and the soul, awakening a deeper sense of peace and connection.
What if we are not separate beings, but deeply connected—to each other, to nature, and to the spiritual realm? Many near-death experiencers (NDErs) speak of a profound truth: We are ONE, part of a greater Source. Alongside this insight comes another: Unconditional love is the essence of all existence.
In this thought-provoking webinar, Bob Coppes will guide attendees through powerful quotes from NDErs that illuminate this ONEness and bring it vividly to life. He will then weave together the themes of unity and love to reveal a central truth echoed across numerous NDE accounts: “We are ONE and LOVE binds us all.”
As this message unfolds, participants may rediscover a deeper sense of purpose and peace—grounded in the understanding that we are part of a loving whole. Bob will also explore how this ONEness reshapes our thinking about reincarnation, spiritual realms, and the enduring identity of the soul—inviting reflection, wonder, and perhaps even a touch of controversy.
About Bob: 
Bob Coppes is a scientist, former banker, and internationally recognized expert on near-death experiences (NDEs). For over three decades, he has delved into the profound mysteries of consciousness and the afterlife, sharing his findings through compelling lectures across the United States and Europe. He regards NDErs as life’s greatest teachers.
Bob currently serves on the board of the International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS. His latest book, Impressions of Near-Death Experiences, published by IANDS, weaves together hundreds of thought provoking quotes that illuminate a central truth: “We are ONE and LOVE binds us.”
Based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Bob’s commitment to service extends beyond academia. He has supported refugees in building new lives and continues to mentor children facing challenges in language and math, helping them grow into resilient, confident individuals.
📖 Impressions of Near Experiences: Quotations From Over 100 Experiencers: https://a.co/d/2wT5fKp
Website: https://www.bobcoppes.com
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This event will be recorded and available to view on our Videos page 3-5 business days after the live event!
