Join us for an afternoon of unapologetic navel-gazing, as we delve into the fascinating world of daydreaming.

Subcommittee 1: Cognitive Dissonance and the Art of Doing Nothing

Dr. Emily P. Bottomsworth will lead a discussion on the benefits of deliberate inaction, exploring the neural mechanisms behind the art of doing nothing.

Read Dr. Bottomsworth's paper on the subject.

Subcommittee 2: The Sociological Implications of Staring at the Wall

Dr. Balthazar McMindbendy will discuss the cultural significance of staring at a wall, and how it reflects our collective anxieties about the meaning of life.

View Dr. McMindbendy's presentation slides.

Subcommittee 3: The Therapeutic Potential of Fantasizing About Being a Rockstar Committee of Conundrums: The Rockstar Fantasy Clinic

Rock On! The Therapeutic Potential of Fantasizing About Being a Rockstar

Dr. Luna Lovegood leads a workshop on the benefits of daydreaming as a rockstar, exploring the stress-reducing effects of imagining oneself as a legendary musician.

Subcommittee 1: Rockstar Archetypes and the Power of Self-Identification

Dr. Lovegood will guide you through exercises to help you discover your inner rockstar persona.

Attend the workshop.

Subcommittee 2: The Science Behind Rockstar Fantasies and the Brain's Default Mode Network

An in-depth look at the neural mechanisms behind rockstar daydreaming, featuring Dr. Balthazar McMindbendy.

View Dr. McMindbendy's slides.

Subcommittee 3: Case Studies in Rockstar Therapy

A panel discussion featuring real-life examples of individuals who have successfully harnessed their rockstar potential, with a Q&A session.

Watch the panel discussion.

Subcommittee 4: Open Forum: Share Your Own Rockstar Story

An open session for attendees to share their own rockstar fantasies, and receive feedback and support from Dr. Lovegood and her team.

Join the open forum.

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