The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness

Synopsis

For millennia, Buddhists have enjoyed the limitless benefits of meditation. But how does it work? And why? The principles behind this ancient practice have long eluded some of the best minds in modern science. Until now.In this groundbreaking work, world-renowned Buddhist teacher Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche invites us to join him in unlocking the secrets behind the practice of meditation. Working with neuroscientists at the Waisman Laboratory for Brain Imaging and Behavior, Yongey Mingyur provides clear insights into modern research indicating that systematic training in meditation can enhance activity in areas of the brain associated with happiness and compassion. He has also worked with physicists across the country to develop a fresh, scientifically based interpretation of the Buddhist understanding of the nature of reality.With an infectious joy and insatiable curiosity, Yongey Mingyur weaves together the principles of Tibetan Buddhism, neuroscience, and quantum physics in a way that will forever change the way we understand the human experience. Using the basic meditation practices he provides, we can discover paths through everyday problems, transforming obstacles into opportunities to recognize the unlimited potential of our own minds.With a foreword by bestselling author Daniel Goleman, The Joy of Living is a stunning breakthrough, an illuminating vision of the science of Buddhism and a handbook for transforming our minds, bodies, and lives.From the Hardcover edition.

Copyright:

2007

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9780307381514

Related ISBNs:

9780307346254

Publisher:

Crown Publishing Group

Date of Addition:

06/08/21

Copyrighted By:

Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Science, Religion and Spirituality

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Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.

Foreword by:

Daniel Goleman