Product Description

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. This groundbreaking work, with a foreword by bestselling author Daniel Goleman, invites us to join in unlocking the secrets behind the practice of meditation. Working with neuroscientists, the author provides clear insights into modern research, which indicates that systematic training in meditation can enhance activity in areas of the brain associated with happiness and compassion. With an infectious joy and insatiable curiosity, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche 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. And using the basic meditation practices, he offers readers a chance to recognize the unlimited potential of our own minds.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #26380 in Books
• Published on: 2009-08-13
• Binding: Paperback
• 288 pages

About the Author
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche is a highly respected scholar and teacher and is best known for his ability to address our human weaknesses with deeply personal understanding and compassion. He travels widely and is currently helping to build the Tergar Institute in Bodhgaya, India - a sacred pilgrimage site and teaching centre.

Customer Reviews

Science and Buddhism
This is a truly wonderful book. Although written by a Tibetan Tulka (reincarnate Lama) Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, it is a true blend of science and Buddhism. For those who are interested in the scientific answers to the working of the human mind you will find the answers here.
If like me, you follow a Buddhist Path this book is a truly remarkable piece of teaching from one of the Worlds most renowned Buddhist Teachers.
In this book Rinpoche explains how from a very young age he suffered severe panic attacks, how he dealt with pain and a host of other problems that people face.
I had the good fortune to have my copy signed at Kagyu Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland, while he was teaching there this summer 2007. He will be back there in 2008 - so, if you get the chance ... he is a wonderful person to meet - full of compassion and humour.

userfriendly service!
I've got informed in a sattisfying way, my book arrived very soon, despite I ordered from France, and the package was just cartboard in ecological way which I much appreciate!

So much clearer
I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in buddhism or just trying to cope with life. Makes certain concepts much clearer to understand.