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Science of Enlightenment : How Meditation Works by Shinzen Young (2016, Hardcover)

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In every spiritual tradition, inner explorers have discovered that the liberated state is in fact a natural experience, as real as the sensations you are having right now—and that through the investigation of your own thoughts, feelings, and perceptions you can awaken to clear insight and a happiness independent of conditions.

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Book TitleScience of Enlightenment : How Meditation Works

Number of Pages264 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2016

TopicMindfulness & Meditation

GenreBody, Mind & Spirit

AuthorShinzen Young

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Reviews"The Science of Enlightenment , inspired by teacher/author Shinzen Young's audio teachings, is a guide to meditation that weaves instruction from numerous spiritual traditions, technological and scientific approaches to meditation, and Young's own illustrations and analogies. Written for meditators of all levels, Young presents an exploration of two aspects of meditation--calming and clarifying--known in the Buddhist tradition as shamatha and vipassana . With chapters such as 'The Realm of Power' and 'The Real No Self,' 'e¨this book illuminates how to use our practical cognitive capacities in conjunction with compassion in order to realize our full humanity." --Lion's Roar "Part 'hard-nosed researcher,' and part 'poetic dharma teacher,' Shinzen Young brings fifty years of meditation experience and exploration of the best of what East and West have to offer to bear, showing how science and spirituality are coming together in what he calls the 'Marriage of the Millennium.' The experiences of meditators can now be measured and verified. In demonstrating that while their beliefs may differ, what happens in the neurological systems of adepts during contemplation is similar---so science supports the unity at the heart of the great spiritual traditions. Shinzen also describes his antimeditative childhood, how hashish followed by a chewy chocolate brownie once brought him to a state of samadhi and oneness, and how the horrific death of a beloved mentor transformed him from an armchair academic to a committed monastic. 'Let me be clear: enlightenment is real,' he writes. 'Not only is it real, but it is something that can be achieved by normal human beings through the systematic practice of meditation.' Shinzen's 'happiest thought' involves two steps: first, discover a biophysical model for enlightenment (assuming that one exists), then create a technology to reliably facilitate it (if that's possible). Such an achievement, he affirms, though not yet within reach, holds promise that enlightenment could go viral and dramatically change the course of human history for the better." --Foreword Reviews, "The Science of Enlightenment , inspired by teacher/author Shinzen Young's audio teachings, is a guide to meditation that weaves instruction from numerous spiritual traditions, technological and scientific approaches to meditation, and Young's own illustrations and analogies. Written for meditators of all levels, Young presents an exploration of two aspects of meditation--calming and clarifying--known in the Buddhist tradition as shamatha and vipassana . With chapters such as 'The Realm of Power' and 'The Real No Self,' this book illuminates how to use our practical cognitive capacities in conjunction with compassion in order to realize our full humanity." --Lion's Roar "Part 'hard-nosed researcher,' and part 'poetic dharma teacher,' Shinzen Young brings fifty years of meditation experience and exploration of the best of what East and West have to offer to bear, showing how science and spirituality are coming together in what he calls the 'Marriage of the Millennium.' The experiences of meditators can now be measured and verified. In demonstrating that while their beliefs may differ, what happens in the neurological systems of adepts during contemplation is similar---so science supports the unity at the heart of the great spiritual traditions. Shinzen also describes his antimeditative childhood, how hashish followed by a chewy chocolate brownie once brought him to a state of samadhi and oneness, and how the horrific death of a beloved mentor transformed him from an armchair academic to a committed monastic. 'Let me be clear: enlightenment is real,' he writes. 'Not only is it real, but it is something that can be achieved by normal human beings through the systematic practice of meditation.' Shinzen's 'happiest thought' involves two steps: first, discover a biophysical model for enlightenment (assuming that one exists), then create a technology to reliably facilitate it (if that's possible). Such an achievement, he affirms, though not yet within reach, holds promise that enlightenment could go viral and dramatically change the course of human history for the better." --Foreword Reviews, "Part 'hard-nosed researcher,' and part 'poetic dharma teacher,' Shinzen Young brings fifty years of meditation experience and exploration of the best of what East and West have to offer to bear, showing how science and spirituality are coming together in what he calls the 'Marriage of the Millennium.' The experiences of meditators can now be measured and verified. In demonstrating that while their beliefs may differ, what happens in the neurological systems of adepts during contemplation is similar---so science supports the unity at the heart of the great spiritual traditions. Shinzen also describes his antimeditative childhood, how hashish followed by a chewy chocolate brownie once brought him to a state of samadhi and oneness, and how the horrific death of a beloved mentor transformed him from an armchair academic to a committed monastic. 'Let me be clear: enlightenment is real,' he writes. 'Not only is it real, but it is something that can be achieved by normal human beings through the systematic practice of meditation.' Shinzen's 'happiest thought' involves two steps: first, discover a biophysical model for enlightenment (assuming that one exists), then create a technology to reliably facilitate it (if that's possible). Such an achievement, he affirms, though not yet within reach, holds promise that enlightenment could go viral and dramatically change the course of human history for the better." --Foreword Reviews, "Mindfulness teacher Shinzen Young's new book, The Science of Enlightenment , is an easy-to-read, down-to-earth primer on why meditation matters and how it actually works." -- Yoga Journal "The Science of Enlightenment , inspired by teacher/author Shinzen Young's audio teachings, is a guide to meditation that weaves instruction from numerous spiritual traditions, technological and scientific approaches to meditation, and Young's own illustrations and analogies. Written for meditators of all levels, Young presents an exploration of two aspects of meditation--calming and clarifying--known in the Buddhist tradition as shamatha and vipassana . With chapters such as 'The Realm of Power' and 'The Real No Self,' ?this book illuminates how to use our practical cognitive capacities in conjunction with compassion in order to realize our full humanity." --Lion's Roar "Part 'hard-nosed researcher,' and part 'poetic dharma teacher,' Shinzen Young brings fifty years of meditation experience and exploration of the best of what East and West have to offer to bear, showing how science and spirituality are coming together in what he calls the 'Marriage of the Millennium.' The experiences of meditators can now be measured and verified. In demonstrating that while their beliefs may differ, what happens in the neurological systems of adepts during contemplation is similar---so science supports the unity at the heart of the great spiritual traditions. Shinzen also describes his antimeditative childhood, how hashish followed by a chewy chocolate brownie once brought him to a state of samadhi and oneness, and how the horrific death of a beloved mentor transformed him from an armchair academic to a committed monastic. 'Let me be clear: enlightenment is real,' he writes. 'Not only is it real, but it is something that can be achieved by normal human beings through the systematic practice of meditation.' Shinzen's 'happiest thought' involves two steps: first, discover a biophysical model for enlightenment (assuming that one exists), then create a technology to reliably facilitate it (if that's possible). Such an achievement, he affirms, though not yet within reach, holds promise that enlightenment could go viral and dramatically change the course of human history for the better." --Foreword Reviews "Now, with The Science of Enlightenment , Shinzen Young brings to readers an uncommonly lucid guide to mindfulness meditation for the first time: how it works and how to use it to enhance your cognitive capacities, your kindness and connection with the world, and the richness of all your experiences. As thousands of his students and listeners will confirm, Shinzen is like no other teacher you've ever encountered....For meditators of all levels and beliefs -- especially those who think they've heard it all -- this many-faceted gem will be sure to surprise, provoke, illuminate, and inspire." --The Edge Magazine, "With warmth, wisdom, and stunning precision, Shinzen Young maps out his unique path through and out of the realms of suffering; a towering work by one of the great teachers of our time." --Leonard Cohen , Grammy® award-winning singer/songwriter and poet "A map of meditation that has the incisiveness of good science, and is fully engaging and refreshing." --Tara Brach, PhD , author of Radical Acceptance and True Refuge "Shinzen Young is deeply trained and wise, and I've personally benefited from his instruction. His book is grounded in science, friendly, clear, relentlessly helpful--and highly recommended!" --Rick Hanson, PhD , author of Buddha's Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom "Shinzen Young is a genuine meditation master, among other talents and abilities far beyond those of mortal monks. His grand vision furthering the unification of science with spirit, as exemplified in this tremendous new work, will help further the integrated science of enlightenment for wise living in this next century." --Lama Surya Das , author of Awakening the Buddha Within and founder of the Dzogchen Meditation Center "Probably the most important book on meditation written in my lifetime!" --Charles T. Tart , professor emeritus of psychology, UC-Davis, and author of the classic Altered States of Consciousness and The End of Materialism "A beautifully rich, integrative work for students of meditation in our time. Shinzen Young speaks with clarity and authority grounded deep in contemplative experience, and informed by serious, modern scientific inquiry. This book will engage and guide anyone interested in the scholarship, the practice, and the science of meditation." --Diane Musho Hamilton , author of Everything is Workable: A Zen Approach to Conflict Resolution "A gift from a unique visionary, presenting ancient wisdom in a manner that exemplifies the contemporary zeitgeist." --Chade-Meng Tan , bestselling author of Search Inside Yourself "An approach to mindfulness that is both poetic and rigorous." --Maria (Myoshin) Gonzalez , bestselling author of Mindful Leadership: The 9 Ways to Self-Awareness, Transforming Yourself, and Inspiring Others "A book that will blow your mind!" --Arnie Kozak, PhD , author of Mindfulness A to Z and The Awakened Introvert , "Mindfulness teacher Shinzen Young's new book, The Science of Enlightenment , is an easy-to-read, down-to-earth primer on why meditation matters and how it actually works." -- Yoga Journal "The Science of Enlightenment , inspired by teacher/author Shinzen Young's audio teachings, is a guide to meditation that weaves instruction from numerous spiritual traditions, technological and scientific approaches to meditation, and Young's own illustrations and analogies. Written for meditators of all levels, Young presents an exploration of two aspects of meditation--calming and clarifying--known in the Buddhist tradition as shamatha and vipassana . With chapters such as 'The Realm of Power' and 'The Real No Self,' ?this book illuminates how to use our practical cognitive capacities in conjunction with compassion in order to realize our full humanity." --Lion's Roar "Part 'hard-nosed researcher,' and part 'poetic dharma teacher,' Shinzen Young brings fifty years of meditation experience and exploration of the best of what East and West have to offer to bear, showing how science and spirituality are coming together in what he calls the 'Marriage of the Millennium.' The experiences of meditators can now be measured and verified. In demonstrating that while their beliefs may differ, what happens in the neurological systems of adepts during contemplation is similar---so science supports the unity at the heart of the great spiritual traditions. Shinzen also describes his antimeditative childhood, how hashish followed by a chewy chocolate brownie once brought him to a state of samadhi and oneness, and how the horrific death of a beloved mentor transformed him from an armchair academic to a committed monastic. 'Let me be clear: enlightenment is real,' he writes. 'Not only is it real, but it is something that can be achieved by normal human beings through the systematic practice of meditation.' Shinzen's 'happiest thought' involves two steps: first, discover a biophysical model for enlightenment (assuming that one exists), then create a technology to reliably facilitate it (if that's possible). Such an achievement, he affirms, though not yet within reach, holds promise that enlightenment could go viral and dramatically change the course of human history for the better." --Foreword Reviews "Now, with The Science of Enlightenment , Shinzen Young brings to readers an uncommonly lucid guide to mindfulness meditation for the first time: how it works and how to use it to enhance your cognitive capacities, your kindness and connection with the world, and the richness of all your experiences. As thousands of his students and listeners will confirm, Shinzen is like no other teacher you've ever encountered....For meditators of all levels and beliefs -- especially those who think they've heard it all -- this many-faceted gem will be sure to surprise, provoke, illuminate, and inspire." --The Edge Magazine, "The Science of Enlightenment , inspired by teacher/author Shinzen Young's audio teachings, is a guide to meditation that weaves instruction from numerous spiritual traditions, technological and scientific approaches to meditation, and Young's own illustrations and analogies. Written for meditators of all levels, Young presents an exploration of two aspects of meditation--calming and clarifying--known in the Buddhist tradition as shamatha and vipassana . With chapters such as 'The Realm of Power' and 'The Real No Self,' ?this book illuminates how to use our practical cognitive capacities in conjunction with compassion in order to realize our full humanity." --Lion's Roar "Part 'hard-nosed researcher,' and part 'poetic dharma teacher,' Shinzen Young brings fifty years of meditation experience and exploration of the best of what East and West have to offer to bear, showing how science and spirituality are coming together in what he calls the 'Marriage of the Millennium.' The experiences of meditators can now be measured and verified. In demonstrating that while their beliefs may differ, what happens in the neurological systems of adepts during contemplation is similar---so science supports the unity at the heart of the great spiritual traditions. Shinzen also describes his antimeditative childhood, how hashish followed by a chewy chocolate brownie once brought him to a state of samadhi and oneness, and how the horrific death of a beloved mentor transformed him from an armchair academic to a committed monastic. 'Let me be clear: enlightenment is real,' he writes. 'Not only is it real, but it is something that can be achieved by normal human beings through the systematic practice of meditation.' Shinzen's 'happiest thought' involves two steps: first, discover a biophysical model for enlightenment (assuming that one exists), then create a technology to reliably facilitate it (if that's possible). Such an achievement, he affirms, though not yet within reach, holds promise that enlightenment could go viral and dramatically change the course of human history for the better." --Foreword Reviews "Now, with The Science of Enlightenment , Shinzen Young brings to readers an uncommonly lucid guide to mindfulness meditation for the first time: how it works and how to use it to enhance your cognitive capacities, your kindness and connection with the world, and the richness of all your experiences. As thousands of his students and listeners will confirm, Shinzen is like no other teacher you've ever encountered....For meditators of all levels and beliefs -- especially those who think they've heard it all -- this many-faceted gem will be sure to surprise, provoke, illuminate, and inspire." --The Edge Magazine, "With warmth, wisdom, and stunning precision, Shinzen Young maps out his unique path through and out of the realms of suffering; a towering work by one of the great teachers of our time." --Leonard Cohen , Grammy® award-winning singer/songwriter and poet "A map of meditation that has the incisiveness of good science, and is fully engaging and refreshing." --Tara Brach, PhD , author of Radical Acceptance and True Refuge "Shinzen Young is deeply trained and wise, and I've personally benefited from his instruction. His book is grounded in science, friendly, clear, relentlessly helpful--and highly recommended!" --Rick Hanson, PhD , author of Buddha's Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom "Shinzen Young is a genuine meditation master, among other talents and abilities far beyond those of mortal monks. His grand vision furthering the unification of science with spirit, as exemplified in this tremendous new work, will help further the integrated science of enlightenment for wise living in this next century." --Lama Surya Das , author of Awakening the Buddha Within and founder of the Dzogchen Meditation Center "A beautifully rich, integrative work for students of meditation in our time. Shinzen Young speaks with clarity and authority grounded deep in contemplative experience, and informed by serious, modern scientific inquiry. This book will engage and guide anyone interested in the scholarship, the practice, and the science of meditation." --Diane Musho Hamilton , author of Everything is Workable: A Zen Approach to Conflict Resolution "A gift from a unique visionary, presenting ancient wisdom in a manner that exemplifies the contemporary zeitgeist." --Chade-Meng Tan , bestselling author of Search Inside Yourself "An approach to mindfulness that is both poetic and rigorous." --Maria (Myoshin) Gonzalez , bestselling author of Mindful Leadership: The 9 Ways to Self-Awareness, Transforming Yourself, and Inspiring Others "A book that will blow your mind!" --Arnie Kozak, PhD , author of Mindfulness A to Z and The Awakened Introvert

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Synopsis"Enlightenment"--is it a myth or is it real? In every spiritual tradition, inner explorers have discovered that the liberated state is in fact a natural experience, as real as the sensations you are having right now--and that through the investigation of your own thoughts, feelings, and perceptions you can awaken to clear insight and a happiness independent of conditions. For decades, one of the most engaging teachers of our time has illuminated the many dimensions of awakening--but solely at his live retreats and on audio recordings. Now, with The Science of Enlightenment , Shinzen Young brings to readers an uncommonly lucid guide to mindfulness meditation for the first time: how it works and how to use it to enhance your cognitive capacities, your kindness and connection with the world, and the richness of all your experiences. As thousands of his students and listeners will confirm, Shinzen is like no other teacher you've ever encountered. He merges scientific clarity, a rare grasp of source-language teachings East and West, and a gift for sparking insight through unexpected analogies, illustrations, humor, and firsthand accounts that reveal the inner journey to be as wondrous as any geographical expedition. Join him here to explore: Universal insights spanning Buddhism, Christian and Jewish mysticism, shamanism, the yogas of India, and many other paths How to begin and navigate your own meditation practice Concentration, clarity , and equanimity --the core catalysts of awakening Impermanence --its many aspects and how to work with them Experiencing the "wave" and "particle" natures of self Purification and clarification --how we digest mental blockages and habits through inner work Emerging neuroscience research, the future of enlightenment, and much more For meditators of all levels and beliefs--especially those who think they've heard it all--this many-faceted gem will be sure to surprise, provoke, illuminate, and inspire., "Enlightenment"--is it a myth or is it real? In every spiritual tradition, inner explorers have discovered that the liberated state is in fact a natural experience, as real as the sensations you are having right now--and that through the investigation of your own thoughts, feelings, and perceptions you can awaken to clear insight and a happiness in

LC Classification NumberBQ5612.Y68 2016