The Awakened Brain
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A groundbreaking exploration of the neuroscience of spirituality and a bold new paradigm for health, healing, and resilience—from a New York Times bestselling author and award-winning researcher “A new revolution of health and well-being and a testament to, and celebration of, the power within.”—Deepak Chopra, MD Whether it’s meditation or a walk in nature, reading a sacred text or saying a prayer, there are many ways to tap into a heightened awareness of the world around you and your place in it. In The Awakened Brain, psychologist Dr. Lisa Miller shows you how. Weaving her own deeply personal journey of awakening with her groundbreaking research, Dr. Miller’s book reveals that humans are universally equipped with a capacity for spirituality, and that our brains become more resilient and robust as a result of it. For leaders in business and government, truth-seekers, parents, healers, educators, and any person confronting life’s biggest questions, The Awakened Brain combines cutting-edge science (from MRI studies to genetic research, epidemiology, and more) with on-the-ground application for people of all ages and from all walks of life, illuminating the surprising science of spirituality and how to engage it in our lives: • The awakened decision is the better decision. With an awakened perception, we are more creative, collaborative, ethical, and innovative. • The awakened brain is the healthier brain. An engaged spiritual life enhances grit, optimism, and resilience while providing insulation against addiction, trauma, and depression. • The awakened life is the inspired life. Loss, uncertainty, and even trauma are the gateways by which we are invited to move beyond merely coping with hardship to transcend into a life of renewal, healing, joy, and fulfillment. Absorbing, uplifting, and ultimately enlightening, The Awakened Brain is a conversation-starting saga of scientific discovery packed with counterintuitive findings and practical advice on concrete ways to access your innate spirituality and build a life of meaning and contribution.
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I came to this after having heard Lisa on the Rich Roll podcast. I knew from that episode that I was going to enjoy the book, but not quite how much.
Lisa describes the loving and connected human that I wish I were and inspires me to get closer to being that person. I turned 50 a few months ago and have been doing a lot of self reflection around that. It's clear that my disconnection is harming me and my relationships, but I didn't know how to do anything about it.
Depression has featured in my life a few times, and medication has both helped and hindered my recovery. This book outlines not a method for recovery, but a explanation of what can bring about recovery. The big book of Alcoholics Anonymous says that the point is “that we were willing to grow along spiritual lines.” This book explains just how life-changing that willingness can be if one makes changes to allow that growth to happen. And I intend to do just that!
