This book is a detailed introduction to mindfulness and meditation, particularly focusing on the Vipassana (insight) meditation practice from the Theravada Buddhist tradition. It addresses common misconceptions about meditation, provides practical advice on developing a meditation practice, and includes chapters on loving-kindness and concentration. The book is designed for both beginners and established students, offering guidance on overcoming challenges during meditation and integrating mindfulness into everyday life.
In this book, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk uses recent scientific advances to show how trauma reshapes both the body and brain, compromising sufferers’ capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust. He explores various treatments, including neurofeedback, meditation, sports, drama, and yoga, which activate the brain’s natural neuroplasticity to aid in recovery. The book emphasizes the power of relationships in both causing and healing trauma and offers hope through descriptions of novel approaches to treatment. It is based on Dr. van der Kolk’s own research and that of other leading specialists in the field[1][2][5].
In this book, Bronnie Ware shares her experiences from working in palliative care, where she identified the five most common regrets of the dying. These regrets include: 'I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me,' 'I wish I hadn’t worked so hard,' 'I wish I’d had the courage to express my feelings,' 'I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends,' and 'I wish that I had let myself be happier.' The book provides a heartfelt and inspiring account of how these regrets can be addressed while there is still time, promoting a life of greater compassion, honesty, and happiness.
In this book, Gabor Maté and his son Daniel Maté challenge the prevailing understanding of 'normal' health, arguing that Western medicine often neglects the impact of trauma, stress, and modern-day living on our bodies and minds. They connect the dots between individual health issues and the broader societal problems, offering a compassionate guide for health and healing. The book is based on over four decades of clinical experience and is supported by extensive scientific research, patient stories, and personal disclosures.
In 'Blessed with a Brain Tumor', Will Pye shares his journey of spiritual awakening after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. The book explores themes of love, surrender, death, guidance, purpose, and oneness, offering a path from victimhood to empowerment. It combines philosophy with practical exercises to align readers with their inner guidance and live a more meaningful life.
Why does trauma manifest as guilt and shame?
How do we untrap ourselves from the past?
Today, we welcome back renowned speaker on addiction, stress, and childhood development, Dr. Gabor Maté. They dive into the core of human identity and explore the delicate balance between being yourself and seeking acceptance, discovering the liberating truth that authenticity is the ultimate path to self-discovery. Gain insights into the complexities of the human emotional landscape and learn how to navigate and process fear, a powerful force that often holds us captive.
Gabor talks about the top five regrets of dying people - a profound insight that serve as a compass, guiding us to live a life aligned with our deepest values and aspirations. He also talks about the intricacies of guilt and shares wisdom on how we can untrap ourselves from it, the universality of pain and trauma, the synergy between logic and creativity in problem-solving.
In this interview, you'll learn:
How to live with fear and anxiety
How to deal with deep-rooted trauma
How to handle grief and pain
How to improve your personal growth
Together, let's explore the infinite possibilities that unfold when we awaken to our true potential and embrace a mindset of continuous growth.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
03:56 How Do You Heal a Broken Man?
07:34 Tell Me Who You Are
11:33 The Small Still Voice Within Us
13:19 Be Yourself or Be Accepted But not Both at the Same Time
17:10 What Are the Most Common Emotions We Feel Everyday?
20:26 How Can We Process and Heal From Fear
28:11 How Can You Help Someone Who Refused to Be Helped?
31:06 The Top Five Regrets of Dying People
36:09 How Do We Untrap Ourselves From Guilt?
43:03 There’s No Path Without Pain, So Choose Which Path to Take
46:53 Embrace Your Freedom Responsibly
48:46 There’s No Hierarchy in Pain and Trauma
51:07 What is Integrative Thinking?
59:27 The Book “Blessed with a Brain Tumor”
01:02:00 Can I Continue to Grow?
01:04:15 How Do Emotions Translate to Physical Reality?
01:13:13 If We Could Just Wake Up to Our Possibilities
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The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture
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