The Mind Illuminated: A Complete Meditation Guide Integrating Buddhist Wisdom and Brain Science for Greater Mindfulness
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A revolutionary, science-based approach to meditation from a neuroscientist turned meditation master, The Mind Illuminated is an accessible, step-by-step toolkit for anyone looking to start—or improve—their daily meditation practice.
The book that bestselling meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg raves “brings the path of meditation to life,” The Mind Illuminated is the first how-to meditation guide from a neuroscientist who is also an acclaimed meditation master. This innovative book offers a 10-stage program that is both deeply grounded in ancient spiritual teachings about mindfulness and holistic health, and also draws from the latest brain science to provide a roadmap for anyone interested in achieving the benefits of mindfulness. Dr. John Yates offers a new and fascinating model of how the mind works, including steps to overcome mind wandering and dullness, extending your attention span while meditating, and subduing subtle distractions.
This groundbreaking manual provides illustrations and charts to help you work through each stage of the process, offering tools that work across all types of meditation practices. The Mind Illuminated is an essential read, whether you are a beginner wanting to establish your practice or a seasoned veteran ready to master the deepest state of peace and mindfulness. Read more
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On Reddit, readers repeatedly describe it as one of the best meditation books they have used, with multiple discussions recommending it as a practical, stage-based guide for building a meditation practice. Several Reddit comments also point to a dedicated community around the book, which suggests sustained interest and active discussion among users.
Across review-style discussions, the most common praise is that the book is detailed, methodical, and useful for serious practitioners, while the main criticism is that it can feel dense or more technical than some buyers expect. The overall sentiment from the sources found is strongly positive, especially for readers who want a structured meditation system.
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| Topic | Mindfulness |
Product Details
| Publisher | Atria Books |
| Publication date | January 3, 2017 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 512 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1501156985 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1501156984 |
| Item Weight | 1.88 pounds |
| Dimensions | 7.38 x 1.2 x 9.13 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #17,981 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #10 in Buddhist Rituals & Practice (Books) #50 in Cognitive Psychology (Books) #74 in Meditation (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,221) |
