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Much
of the brain science was beyond my immediate understanding. I felt
that information was more academic than I preferred. I appreciated
Hanson's stories of his own experiences with the practices as well as
other insights. I think the strength of the book is in the guided
meditations. I appreciated most the meditation on warming the heart.
Hanson
emphasizes the learning process of the brain, that it is in stages.
Because of it, we must exercise deliberate practice. A steady mind or
awareness of the now will not just happen by accident. Hanson
suggests starting with one minute of meditation a day. I found that doable and could
immediately sense the benefit.
This
is a good book for readers who want to understand how spiritual
practices affect the brain. I do think the sample guided meditations
are the best aspect of the book. While not considered a “religious”
book, many of the principles are from Buddhism. I do feel the
meditation principles and practices can be used in other spiritual
disciplines.
My
rating: 4/5 stars.
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Harmony,
352 pages.
I
received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
(My
star ratings: 5-I love it, 4-I like it, 3-It's OK, 2-I don't like it,
1-I hate it.)
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