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The Enlightened Brain

The Neuroscience of Awakening

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The Enlightened Brain

By: Rick Hanson PhD
Narrated by: Rick Hanson PhD
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About this listen

There's been a major breakthrough in the world's oldest research experiment. For over 2,500 years, Buddhist meditators have investigated the human psyche. Now, with the help of modern neuroscience, we have gained an unprecedented understanding of how the brain responds to meditation practice - which gives you powerful tools for changing your own brain for more happiness, love, and wisdom. With The Enlightened Brain, Dr. Rick Hanson shows you how to restore the calm, contented, and caring state that is your brain's natural condition.

Includes guided practices for strengthening mindfulness, bringing peace to anger and anxiety, deepening meditation, releasing ego, and much more.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2011 Rick Hanson (P)2011 Rick Hanson Buddhism Neuroscience & Neuropsychology Psychology Psychology & Mental Health

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All stars
Most relevant
loved patient vocal leading through practices, which helped me round off 50 years ofTM.
At 81 years old l can benefit from Rick,s voice and meet challenges better today,
Thank you Rick
Alan Barrett UK. xx

wonderful

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The clarity of his presentation. Explanations of neuropsychology and plasticity of the brain were very helpful, and not too difficult to grasp. The practices were easy to follow and his tone of voice and pace were appropriate.
I feel very encouraged by his tuition that there is a way to help with old psychological pain and to make changes and deal proactively with stress. I intendto continue to repeat practices and meditate daily.

Potential life changer

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Would you consider the audio edition of The Enlightened Brain to be better than the print version?

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What was one of the most memorable moments of The Enlightened Brain?

This is a great book and very easy to understand

Which scene did you most enjoy?

All of it

Any additional comments?

I loved this book and its one of the best audiobooks I have listened to Its very well written and easy to follow. A great introduction to Buddhism, Mindfulness and Neuroscience

A wonderful book

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Would recommend for everyone

Who was your favorite character and why?

Understanding everything that Rick Hanson says , he has a lovely relaxing voice.

Which scene did you most enjoy?

The Meditation Exercises are understandable and able to follow along

Would recommend for bed

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Take your time, you may need to re listen to some chapters to get to grip with the understanding of the topic.

Any additional comments?

Wonderful and fantastic read,

Well worth a credit

Wonderful

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It's always a joy to listen to Rick Hanson. He is warm, gracious and wise. His advice is steeped in a combination of neuropsychology and Buddhist faith. This, for me, is perfect.

An amazing inspiration !!

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