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Neuroscience of Awakening
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"Neuroplasticity is the ultimate expression of Buddhist teaching, that the mind can change the brain and the brain can change the mind." ~ Rick Hanson, Buddha's Brain
Meditation Stimulates Neuroplasticity
Meditation changes the limbic system and neurotransmitters, along with the density of various areas of the brain.
Benefits of Meditation
- Reduced activity in the default mode network
- Greater insight into the nature of the self
- Reductions in anxiety
- Increased spontaneity & playfulness
- Increase human functionality and performance
- Change the structure and function of the brain in ways that promote well being and happiness
Recommended Books
- Buddha's Brain by Rick Hanson
- Altered Traits by Daniel Goleman & Richard J. Davidson
- The Mindful Brain by Daniel J. Siegel
- Why Buddhism Is True by Robert Wright
- The Buddha Pill by Miguel Farias & Catherine Wikholm
- The Science of Meditation by Daniel Goleman & Richard Davidson
- The Emotional Life of Your Brain by Richard J. Davidson & Sharon Begley
- Joy of Living by Swanson, Mingyur & Goleman
- The Brain That Changes Itself by Norman Doidge
- Zen and the Brain by James H. Austin
Related
- Neuroplasticity
- Neuroscience
- Awakening
- Buddhism
- Nature of the Mind
- Learning
- Quiet Mind | Emptiness of Thoughts
- Spiritual Practices
- Identity | Self
- Attention & Focus
- Meditation & Mindfulness
- DMN: Default Mode Network
- ADHD: Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder
- Interdependent Causation
- Emotions & Emotional Energy
- Limbic System
- Stress Response
- Relaxation Response
- Asangoham