"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
• Book | Video < Highly Recommended
• Zen and the Brain by James H. Austin

Related

• Neuroplasticity
• Neuroscience
• Awakening
• Buddhism
• Nature of the Mind
• Learning
• Quiet Mind | Emptiness of Thoughts
• Open Focus
• Dzogchen
• 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