Season 1

1993-02-22

Bill Moyers speaks with neuroscientists and doctors as he investigates the mysteries and science of the mind-body connection.

1993-02-22

Bill travels to China to explore the practice of traditional Chinese medicine, including acupuncture, massage, herbal remedies, tai chi, and chi gong.

1993-02-23

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.

1993-02-24

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.

1993-02-24

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.