More than forty years ago, two friends and collaborators at Harvard, Daniel Goleman and Richard Davidson were unusual in arguing for the benefits of meditation. Now, as mindfulness and other brands of meditation become ever more popular, promising to fix everything from our weight to our relationship to our professional career, these two bestselling authors sweep away the misconceptions around these practices and show how smart practice can change our personal traits and even our genome for the better. Drawing on cutting-edge research, Goleman and Davidson expertly reveal what we can learn from a one-of-a-kind data pool that includes world-class meditators. They share for the first time remarkable findings that show how meditation - without drugs or high expense - can cultivate qualities such as selflessness, equanimity, love and compassion, and redesign our neural circuitry. Demonstrating two master thinkers at work, The Science of Meditation explains precisely how mind training benefits us. More than daily doses or sheer hours, we need smart practice, including crucial ingredients such as targeted feedback from a master teacher and a more spacious worldview. Gripping in its storytelling and based on a lifetime of thought and action, this is one of those rare books that has the power to change us at the deepest level.

Unlock the transformative power of mindfulness with "The Science of Meditation," a comprehensive guide designed to demystify the ancient practice through the lens of modern science. Explore the profound impact meditation can have on mental, emotional, and physical well-being in a format that's accessible to both beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. Starting with an exploration of the historical context of meditation and advancing to contemporary scientific approaches, this eBook offers a thorough overview of various meditation practices. Delve into the fascinating world of neuroscience as you learn about brainwaves, states of consciousness, and the brain's remarkable ability to change through neuroplasticity. Discover how meditation triggers biochemical changes in the body, helping to regulate stress hormones, stabilize mood with neurotransmitters, and enhance anti-inflammatory hormones. Understand how these changes contribute to mental health improvements, including anxiety and stress reduction, emotional balance, and innovative approaches to treating PTSD. The book also highlights the significant boost meditation can provide to cognitive functions like attention, focus, memory retention, and executive decision-making. Learn about the profound benefits on physical health, from strengthening the immune system and supporting cardiovascular health to promoting cellular longevity. "The Science of Meditation" offers practical strategies for integrating mindfulness into your daily routine, enhancing productivity, improving relationships, and developing emotional intelligence. Beginners will find easy-to-follow techniques, while advanced practitioners can explore deeper practices such as loving-kindness, transcendental, and Zen meditation. Furthermore, the book covers the integration of meditation into various facets of life, including personalizing approaches to suit individual needs and the role of technology in enhancing practice. Case studies provide real-life insights into how meditation aids in recovery, mental transformation, and peak performance. Finally, gain a global perspective on meditation's cultural and social impact, its growing role in education and workplaces, and the future directions of meditation research. Unlock the secrets of mindfulness today with "The Science of Meditation" and embark on a journey toward total well-being.

Meditation is where art and science converge. It is a vision, an inspiration and an intuition. It arrives on the screen of a visionary mind from sources within that are beyond calculations. Once it has arisen from within, we can then look at it and analyse its scientific dimensions. This book on meditation, a holistic piece encompassing its history, initiation and actual practice also describes how it is a powerful unifying tool for world religion. Enriched with author’s scholarly depth, it is a must-read for everyone interested in unravelling the mystery of life.

Heather Babber invites you on a transformative journey that merges ancient wisdom with modern science. Her unique reinterpretation of age-old teachings and scriptures, traditionally shrouded in mysticism, is now presented through a scientific perspective. This new understanding decodes the profound secrets of manifesting your desired reality. But this book is more than just a read; it’s an awakening to our deeper purpose during our human experience. Embarking on a profound spiritual awakening journey herself, Heather discovered the art of creating our own reality. She now extends an invitation to you, encouraging an open mind to the wisdom and insights she has gathered. This guide serves as a beacon, not merely providing information but illuminating your true potential. Blending spirituality with scientific insights, Heather’s book offers more than exploration—it is a guide to realizing our inherent power. By delving into the true essence of reality, she unveils the secrets of life itself. This journey is one of liberation and healing. As you traverse this path, you have the opportunity to raise your vibration, attract your deepest desires, and embrace an abundant life.

'The one meditation tactic that will get you through the toughest times' Oprah Daily Overcome negative thoughts and develop a positive mindset this January with these meditation practices proven by neuroscientific research. In this modern digital age, many of us feel overwhelmed, panicked and short on time. The practice of meditation is an ancient and scientifically proven antidote to that frenzied feeling. Combining scientific expertise and spiritual wisdom, this is a practical guide on how it can help you feel calm and in control. With chapters on Breathing, Compassion and Worry, it is full of empirically proven and easy-to-follow exercises that will help you tackle mental obstacles, including issues such as self-doubt and negative thought patterns. This is a fresh perspective on meditation that will uplift and soothe your mind, whether you're new to it or not. FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE, DANIEL GOLEMAN 'The perfect guide for finding true inner peace' Ruby Wax

Why do we smile, laugh and actively seek out personal connections with the people around us? Why does it feel good and what evolutionary purposes do our so-called “positive emotions” serve? This book is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and Barbara Fredrickson, Director Positive Emotions & Psychology Laboratory at UNC Chapel Hill. Topics covered by this extensive conversation include Barbara’s work on the science of positive emotions, including her broaden-and-build theory, the undoing effect and upward spirals, while highlighting relevant evolutionary-driven hypotheses together with measurement details of empirical studies. This carefully-edited book includes an introduction, Only Connect, and questions for discussion at the end of each chapter: I. Psychological Beginnings - Towards social psychology II. Emotions, Scientifically - From endings to moments of intensity III. Positive vs. Negative Emotions - Evolutionary conundrums IV. Positive Psychology Emerges - Examining human flourishing V. Broaden and Build - A thesis emerges VI. Emotional Measurement - Searching for objective criteria VII. The Undoing Effect - A side benefit of positive emotions VIII. Taking Charge - Cultivating positive emotional states IX. Responses - The perks and perils of relevance X. Personal Flourishing - Bringing it home XI. Leveraging Positively - Generating upwards spirals About Ideas Roadshow Conversations Series: This book is part of an expanding series of 100+ Ideas Roadshow conversations, each one presenting a wealth of candid insights from a leading expert in a relaxed and informal setting to give non-specialists a uniquely accessible window into frontline research and scholarship that wouldn't otherwise be encountered through standard lectures and textbooks.

This book was compiled from writings by Hari Prasad Shastri, who devoted his life to the study and propagation of the non-dual teachings and their application through the Yoga of Self-Knowledge, Adhyatma Yoga. After receiving instruction from illumined sages in Northern India and confirming the essential teachings of the Upanishads in his own experience, he travelled in Japan, China and Europe and studied the classics of the world's wisdom traditions. In 1933, in London, he founded Shanti Sadan as a traditional centre of non-duality and the way of Self-Knowledge. Meditation Its Theory and Practice was one of the first books published by Shanti Sadan. It contains a distillation of insights and guidance in meditation as it is understood and practised in the non-dual schools, with special relevance for those who wish to seriously practise meditation without having adopted discipleship under a particular teacher. In the current edition, the original content has been somewhat re-arranged and augmented by clearly structured sets of meditation exercises that may be taken up for regular daily practice.

This Handbook provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of the state of the field of the philosophy of meditation and engages primarily in the philosophical assessment of the merits of meditation practices. This Handbook unites novel and original scholarship from 28 leading Asian and Western philosophers, scientists, theologians, and other scholars on the philosophical assessment of meditation. It critically assesses the conceptual and empirical validity of meditation, its philosophical implications, its legitimacy as a phenomenological research tool, its potential value as an aid to neuroscience research, its many practical benefits, and, among other considerations, its possibly misleading interpretations, applications, and consequences. Following the introduction by the editor, the Handbook’s chapters are organized in six parts: • Meditation and philosophy • Meditation and epistemology • Meditation and metaphysics • Meditation and values • Meditation and phenomenology • Meditation in Greco-Roman and Judeo-Christian traditions A distinctive, timely, and invaluable reference work, it marks the emergence of a new discipline therein, the philosophy of meditation. The book will be of interest to an interdisciplinary audience in the fields of philosophy, meditation, Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, theology, and Asian and Western philosophy. It will serve as the textbook in any philosophy course on meditation, and as secondary reading in courses in philosophy of mind, consciousness, selfhood/personhood, metaphysics, or phenomenology, thereby helping to restore philosophy as a way of life.

For thousands of years, people have tried to tap into the stillness and silence that rests within to discover their deeper selves. In Secrets of Meditation, davidji takes you there, demystifying the practice along the way and guiding you on an epic journey into your own consciousness. Whether you are new to meditation, a “crisis meditator”, or someone who has been meditating for years, this book will take your practice, and your life, to the next level. In this insightful book, davidji shares his own journey along his path to awakening and examines the positive impact that meditation can have on your physical health, relationships, emotional well-being, and spiritual life. As the secrets to an effortless meditation practice are revealed, you will unlock the door to your own personal journey and discover what is actually supposed to happen when you close your eyes. davidji shares the wisdom of the ages in an accessible and entertaining style —loosening rigid commandments, revealing the five greatest myths of meditation, and illuminating the most powerful rituals to weave a regular practice into your day. Secrets of Meditation will have you meditating in minutes and living a happier, easier, and more fulfilling life.

Discover the life-changing power of meditation in "The Meditation Miracle: Transform Your Life with Mindfulness for Stress Relief, Better Sleep, Enhanced Cognitive Performance, Emotional Healing, and Personal Growth." This comprehensive guide unlocks the secrets of an ancient practice that has captivated millions worldwide, offering a path to profound transformation in just minutes a day. Are you struggling with the relentless pace of modern life? Feeling overwhelmed by stress, sleepless nights, and a mind that won't quiet down? You're not alone. In today's fast-paced world, finding inner peace can seem like an impossible dream. But what if the key to unlocking your full potential was already within you, waiting to be discovered? Embark on a journey of self-discovery as we explore the scientifically proven benefits of meditation: • Melt away stress and anxiety, reclaiming your inner calm • Experience deeper, more restful sleep, waking up refreshed and energized • Sharpen your focus and boost cognitive performance, excelling in work and life • Heal emotional wounds and cultivate lasting happiness • Unlock your true potential for personal growth and self-realization This isn't just another self-help book – it's a practical roadmap to transformation. Drawing from ancient wisdom and cutting-edge neuroscience, "The Meditation Miracle" demystifies meditation, making it accessible and relevant for the modern world. Whether you're a busy professional, a stressed-out student, or simply seeking a more fulfilling life, this book offers tailored techniques to suit your unique needs and lifestyle. Inside, you'll discover: • A step-by-step guide to starting your meditation practice, even if you've never meditated before • Various meditation techniques from different traditions, helping you find the perfect fit • The fascinating science behind meditation's effects on the brain and body • Real-life success stories of individuals who have transformed their lives through meditation • Practical tips for integrating mindfulness into your daily routine, no matter how busy you are • Strategies for overcoming common obstacles in your meditation journey • Advanced techniques for deepening your practice and exploring altered states of consciousness But "The Meditation Miracle" goes beyond just teaching meditation techniques. It offers a holistic approach to well-being, exploring how meditation can enhance every aspect of your life: • Improve your relationships through increased empathy and emotional intelligence • Boost your creativity and problem-solving skills • Enhance your physical health, from reducing chronic pain to supporting cardiovascular wellness • Cultivate a deeper sense of purpose and spiritual connection, regardless of your beliefs Written in an engaging, accessible style, this book breaks down complex concepts into easy-to-understand language, making the profound benefits of meditation available to everyone. With short, focused chapters and practical exercises, you can start experiencing the benefits of meditation from day one. Don't let another day pass feeling stressed, unfocused, or disconnected from your true potential. "The Meditation Miracle" offers more than just information – it provides a transformative experience that can ripple through every aspect of your life. Whether you're looking to reduce stress, improve your health, boost your performance, or explore the depths of your consciousness, this book is your ultimate guide. Are you ready to unlock the extraordinary power within you? To experience the peace, clarity, and joy that come from a regular meditation practice? To not just survive in the modern world, but to thrive? Your journey to a more mindful, fulfilling life begins here. Open the pages of "The Meditation Miracle" and take the first step towards transforming your mind, your health, and your life. Don't wait for the perfect moment to start your practice – that moment is now. Get your copy today and join the millions who have discovered the life-changing benefits of meditation. Your future self will thank you for taking this powerful step towards a happier, healthier, more awakened you. The miracle of meditation awaits – are you ready to experience it?