Buddha's Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love and Wisdom was recommended in a yoga class. I've read other books about meditation and spiritual practice, but this book written by Rick Hanson was compelling and well written.
It read like part textbook, part meditation manual. The science in the beginning was covered in a way that made it understandable even for the scientifically challenged.
There were also example meditations to put into practice in the second half of the book and each chapter contained a recap.
Plus, the subject made so much sense. That as we evolved we retained certain tendencies that are no longer needed and can become negative in today's environment (we're no longer running from prey, but when someone challenges us, our brain tells the rest of our body that we are in danger and we react accordingly).
It put so much into perspective while giving practical solutions for managing the stresses of every day life.
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