Modern Wisdom

#318 - Steven Laureys - The Neuroscience Of Meditation

May 8, 2021

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Neurologist Steven Laureys discusses the neuroscience of meditation, including the structural changes in the brain, impacts on happiness, and insights from heavyweight meditators. They explore different modes of thinking, incorporating meditation in school curriculums, and the application of meditation techniques in research work. Discover resources to start practicing meditation.

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Consistent meditation practice leads to structural changes in the brain, improving attentional control and emotional regulation.

Meditation enhances happiness by fostering the observation and acceptance of internal thoughts and emotions.

Exploring altered states of consciousness like meditation allows researchers to gain valuable insights into human consciousness and its relation to brain activity.

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Structural changes in the brain after consistent meditation practice

Consistent meditation practice leads to structural changes in the brain, such as an increase in grey matter volume and stronger connectivity between different brain regions. These changes can be observed through brain scans and are associated with improved attentional control and emotional regulation.

Introduction

5min

The Journey from Skepticism to Prescribing Meditation

3min

The Importance of Shaping Our Mindset and Perception

2min

Different Modes of Thinking and the Importance of Emotional Well-being

3min

The Neuroscience of Meditation and Its Benefits

25min

Exploring Meditation and Happiness

22min

Resources and Ways to Start Practicing Meditation

3min

Steven Laureys is a neurologist, Professor of Neurology & Director at Coma Science Group and an author.

Meditation and mindfulness practise has gained a lot of popularity over the last few decades. But the effects are inherently difficult to observe because they're internal, thankfully Steven is one of the leading clinicians and researchers in the field of neurology and has scanned the brains of some of the world's heavyweight meditators.

Expect to learn what structural changes occur in the brain after consistent meditation practise, why meditation impacts happiness, what Steven learned from "the happiest man alive", what neuroscience can tell us about happiness from deep sea divers and much more...

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