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Buddha’s Brain

The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom

Book • 2009

Richard Mendius

This book synthesizes insights from thousands of years of Buddhist contemplative practice with the latest discoveries in neuroscience.

It provides practical tools and skills to help readers rewire their brains for greater emotional balance, healthier relationships, more effective actions, and a deeper spiritual life.

The authors explain how mental practices can increase the capacity for experiencing happiness and peace, and offer guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to activate positive brain states such as calm, joy, and compassion.

Mentioned by

Ramani Durvasula

Mentioned in 6 episodes

Mentioned by

Rick Hanson

when remembering interests that led to writing books.

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Mentioned by

Nick Holton

as one of

Rick Hanson

's books.

Episode #47: Digging into how to “be well” with Dr. Rick Hanson

Mentioned by

Forrest Hanson

as a book his father,

Rick Hanson

, wrote.

How to Make Learning STICK

Mentioned by

Brian Johnson

as a book that integrates neuroscience and ancient wisdom to rewire the brain.

Buddha’s Brain by Rick Hanson (Heroic Wisdom Daily)

Mentioned by

Michael Krasny

as one of the author's books that have sold over a million copies.

Rick Hanson - Rewiring Our Circuitry

Recommended by

Bruce Martin

for its insights into mindfulness and creating mental space.

Bruce Martin – Still Lake Capital [Manager Meetings, EP.7)

Recommended by

Ramani Durvasula

as a good quarantine read.

Dr. Ramani Durvasula ON: How To Cope With Feelings Of Uncertainty & Grief During A Pandemic

Mentioned by

Ethan Nichtern

as a book exploring the neuroscientific aspects of mindfulness and Buddhism.

A Buddhist Approach to Money Worries | Ethan Nichtern

Mentioned by

Rick Hanson

as a book where he told a story about a monk and ants.

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Mentioned by

Ajahn Kovilo

as one of

Rick Hanson

's books.

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Mentioned by Speaker 4 as an author who deeply explores the intersection of Dharma and psychology.

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Mentioned by

Jon Beale

as one of

Rick Hanson

's books.

Episode #48: How to build great relationships, with Dr. Rick Hanson

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