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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.

Steven Laureys is a Belgian neurologist. He is recognized worldwide as a leading clinician and researcher in the field of the neurology of consciousness. He is Clinical Professor in the Neurology Department at the University of Liège, Belgium, and director of the Coma Science Group at the University Hospital. He is chair of the European Neurological Society committee on disorders of consciousness and a recipient of both the William James Prize (Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness) and the Cognitive Neuroscience Society Young Investigator Award. He is the author of three books.

Foreword
Introduction
Chapter 1 Happiness within reach... of your brain!
Chapter 2 What exactly is meditation?
Chapter 3 A close-up of your brilliant brain
Chapter 4 To all those who are impatient and highly sceptical
Chapter 5 The benefits of meditation on body and mind
Chapter 6 Do what you can!
Chapter 7 It all starts with breathing
Chapter 8 Mindfulness here and now
Chapter 9 Loving kindness meditation
Chapter 10 Mindfulness for health workers, athletes, students and inmates
Chapter 11 Tools and tips
Chapter 12 In defence of wonder

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