Presence of Mind: A practical introduction to mindfulness and meditation - Couverture souple

Mrazek Ph.D., Michael; Mrazek Ph.D, Alissa; Mrazek, Kaita

 
9780999326701: Presence of Mind: A practical introduction to mindfulness and meditation

Synopsis

There’s no such thing as a panacea. No magic secret is going to turn your life into dollar signs and rainbows. So it’s understandable that people respond with skepticism to the endless reports in the media about how mindfulness seems to be good for just about everything. Yet the scientific literature does show that mindfulness can improve an incredible number of things that truly matter in our lives. Research shows that mindfulness can improve our physical health, reduce our stress, strengthen our relationships, help us think more clearly, and make us happier—not to mention that it can help treat a wide range of mental illnesses. How could mindfulness be so good for so many different things? The answer is that attention is like a spotlight, and where you shine it is the best predictor of what you’ll experience. Mindfulness trains attention, giving you greater influence over your thoughts, evaluations, and emotions. How might your life be different if you could more skillfully guide your thoughts, emotions, and actions on a moment-by-moment basis? This book provides a clear, practical, and science-based introduction to cultivating mindfulness and using it to improve your life. Use these tools to focus your mind, master your emotions, and create a truly reliable happiness.

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À propos de l?auteur

Michael Mrazek, Ph.D. is the director of research at the University of California’s Center for Mindfulness & Human Potential. His research identifies innovative ways to increase the effectiveness of mindfulness training. He also tests the limits of how much a person can improve through intensive evidence-based training programs that target health, mindfulness, and self-control.

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