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Mentioned in 33 episodes

Why Buddhism is True

The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment

Book • 2017

Author

Robert Wright

In this book, Robert Wright argues that Buddhism offers a secular, Westernized approach to mindfulness meditation that can help individuals and society by reducing suffering and increasing empathy.

He draws on evolutionary biology, psychology, and neuroscience to support Buddhist teachings, such as the concept of 'no-self' and the nature of human suffering.

The book is a personal journey that began with Wright's work on evolutionary psychology and deepened through his practice of meditation and conversations with skilled meditators.

It aims to show how Buddhist principles can be applied in a secular age to improve individual and societal well-being.

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Mentioned in 33 episodes

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

while discussing the book's blend of evolutionary psychology and Buddhism.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

in relation to his book 'Why Buddhism is True'.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a book exploring the intersection of evolutionary psychology and mindfulness.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

to discuss a mistranslation of the Buddha's teachings on suffering.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

, quoting Kenpi Rinpoche, to highlight the choice between awareness of mental afflictions and being ruled by them.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

, as an evolutionary psychologist's take on mindfulness and Buddhism.

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Mentioned by

Greg Lukianoff

in relation to using social media from a Buddhist perspective.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

, highlighting an insight on happiness and awareness of afflictions.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a book where the author quotes a Buddhist thinker on happiness.

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Mentioned by

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as a source of intellectual and spiritual exploration.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a book that helped frame his understanding of the challenges of living a consistently happy life.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

when discussing happiness and the human condition.

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Recommended by

Ben Aldridge

for its psychological insights into Buddhist principles.

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Mentioned by

Oliver Burkeman

in relation to Buddhist psychology and the metaphor of weeds and plants in a garden.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

in reference to a quote about humans being designed for effectiveness, not happiness.

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Mentioned by

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in relation to a book about Buddhism.

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Mentioned by Dr.

Laurie Santos

as a book exploring the parts of Buddhist practice supported by scientific research.

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Mentioned by

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as a book offering a contrasting perspective to

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's views.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

in relation to the modular brain and partitioned brain approach.

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Recommended by

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for those interested in learning more about Buddhism.

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