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The no-nonsense meditation book : a scientist's guide to the power of meditation / Steven Laureys, MD ; translated by Henriette Korthals Altes.

Laureys, Steven, (author. ). Altes, Henriette Korthals, (translator. ).

Summary:

Steven explores the effect of meditation on the brain, using hard science to explain the benefits of a practice that was once thought of as purely spiritual. The result is a highly accessible, scientifically questioning guide to meditation, designed to open the practice to a broader audience. A mix of fascinating science, inspiring anecdote and practical exercises, this accessible book offers thoroughly researched evidence that meditation can have a positive impact on all our lives.-- WorldCat.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781472980496
  • Physical Description: 224 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
  • Publisher: London, UK : Green Tree, 2021.

Content descriptions

General Note:
"First published in 2019 in Belgium as Het no-nonsense meditatieboek by Borgerhoff & Lamberigits"--title page verso.
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references.
Subject: Meditation.
Stress (Psychology).
Happiness.
Neuropsychology.

Available copies

  • 2 of 3 copies available at BC Interlibrary Connect.
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Invermere Public Library. (Show)

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Invermere Public Library 158.12 LAU (Text) IPL058353 Adult Non Fiction Volume hold Reshelving -
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  • Baker & Taylor
    "Dr Steven Laureys has conducted ground-breaking research into human consciousness for more than 20 years. For this bestselling book, translated into seven languages worldwide, Steven explores the effect of meditation on the brain, using hard science to explain the benefits of a practice that was once thought of as purely spiritual. The result is a highly accessible, scientifically questioning guide to meditation, designed to open the practice to a broader audience. A mix of fascinating science, inspiring anecdote and practical exercises, this accessible book offers thoroughly researched evidence that meditation can have a positive impact on all our lives"--
  • McMillan Palgrave

    INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER

    Rigorously researched and deeply illuminating, world-leading neurologist Dr Steven Laureys collaborates with the personal assistant to the Dalai Lama to scientifically prove the positive impact meditation has on our brains.

  • McMillan Palgrave

    INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER

    As featured in New Scientist: 'Meditation could retune our brains and help us cope with the long-term effects of the pandemic'

    'Readers in search of an introduction to mindfulness that's free of woo-woo promises should look no further.'
    Publishers Weekly

    'For a boost to your wellbeing don't miss the brilliant The No-Nonsense Meditation Book, which unites brain science with practical tips' – Stylist

    Rigorously researched and deeply illuminating, world-leading neurologist Dr Steven Laureys works with celebrated meditators to scientifically prove the positive impact meditation has on our brains.

    Dr Steven Laureys has conducted ground-breaking research into human consciousness for more than 20 years.

    For this bestselling book, translated into seven languages worldwide, Steven explores the effect of meditation on the brain, using hard science to explain the benefits of a practice that was once thought of as purely spiritual. The result is a highly accessible, scientifically questioning guide to meditation, designed to open the practice to a broader audience.

    A mix of fascinating science, inspiring anecdote and practical exercises, this accessible book offers thoroughly researched evidence that meditation can have a positive impact on all our lives.


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