Stories are how we learn to face the dark. As a neurologist, I studied the brain’s response to fear and wonder; as a father, I discovered that both belong at the bedside.
This blog is where I share those lessons—reflections from a lifetime in medicine and storytelling, where the human mind remains the most mysterious landscape of all.
I’ll be sharing my stories across the U.S. and parts of Canada. Take a look at my Events calendar—I hope our paths cross along the way.
Randolph B SchifferDr. Randolph B. Schiffer reflects on the first stage of life—the “Stage of Me”—through a vivid memory from Viet Nam. A night on Combat Base Baldy reveals the psychology of fear, honour, and identity, guided by Captain Buck Darling’s unforgettable words.
Randolph B SchifferA sharp, witty reflection on how adults misunderstand children’s imaginations — arguing that kids crave mystery and fear, not talking animals. In The Way We Were, Schiffer redefines bedtime storytelling, exploring why the best tales for children aren’t about comfort, but courage.
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