Objective
There is a growing scientific interest in mindfulness meditation (MM), yet its underlying neurophysiological mechanism is still uncertain. We investigated whether MM affects self-referential processing, associated with default mode network (DMN), either as short (state) – or long-term (trait) effects.
Methods
Three levels of MM expertise were compared with controls (n = 12 each) by electroencephalography (EEG).
Results
DMN deactivation was identified during the transition from resting state to a time production task, as lower gamma (25–45 Hz) power over frontal and midline regions. MM practitioners exhibited a trait lower frontal gamma activity, related to narrative self-reference and DMN activity, as well as producing longer durations, these being negatively correlated with frontal gamma activity. Additionally, we found state increases in posterior gamma power, suggesting increased attention and sensory awareness. MM proficiency did not affect the results.
Conclusions
Gamma power over frontal midline areas reflects DMN activity. MM practitioners exhibit lower trait frontal gamma activity, as well as a state and trait increases in posterior gamma power, irrespective of practice proficiency.
Significance
First, the DMN can be studied non-invasively by EEG. Second, MM induces from the early stages of practice neuroplasticity in self-referential and attentional networks.
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"Ease your anxiety and find calm through the healing practice of mindfulness. By embracing mindfulness you can transform your life forever, and renew your connection to the world around you. With the simple but powerful practices of mindfulness and meditation you will learn to be more attentive and peaceful, so that you can relieve stress, regulate your emotions, and achieve focus and clarity. Mindfulness Made Simple will give you a concise introduction to the practice of mindfulness, with simple exercises and practical techniques to apply mindfulness and meditation to the obstacles in your hectic daily life. Mindfulness Made Simple will help guide you on your journey to a calmer, healthier mind, with: Concise introduction to mindfulness and its many psychological benefits. Step-by-step introduction to your first meditation. 5 introductory meditations and 8 advanced meditations to deepen your practice. Simple exercises and journal prompts to keep you engaged Helpful tips to help you stay motivated on your journey to complete mindfulness.
<p>The mind contains the seeds of its own awakening - seeds that we can cultivate to bring forth the fruits of a life lived consciously. With 'Mindfulness', Joseph Goldstein shares the wisdom of his four decades of teaching and practice in a book that will serve as a lifelong companion for anyone committed to mindful living and the realization of inner freedom. Goldstein's source teaching is the 'Satipatthana Sutta', the Buddha's legendary discourse on the four foundations of mindfulness that became the basis for the many types of Vipassana (or insight meditation) found today. Exquisite in detail yet wholly accessible and relevant for the modern student, 'Mindfulness' takes us through a profound study of: -Ardency, clear knowing, mindfulness, and concentration - how to develop these four qualities of mind essential for walking the path wisely -The 'Satipatthana' refrain - how deeply contemplating the four foundation s of mindfulness opens us to bare knowing and continuity of mindfulness -Mindfulness of the body, including the breath, postures, activities, adn physical characteristics -Mindfulness of feelings - how the experience of our sense perceptions influences oru inner adn outer worlds -Mindfulness of mind - learning to recognize skillful and unskillful states of mind and thought -Mindfulness of 'dhammas' (or categories of experience), including the Five Hindrances, the Six Sense Spheres, the Seven Factors of Awakening, and much more "There is a wealth of meaning and nuance in the experience of mindfulness that can enrich our lives in unimagined ways," writes Goldstein. In 'Mindfulness' you have the tools to mine these riches for yourself.</p>
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<p>A Tibetan-English dictionary of about 2,350 items. (Michael Walter and Manfred Taube 2006-05-15, revised by Bill McGrath 2008-01-03)</p>
<p>This dictionary is ostensibly a new edition of the author's 1978 dictionary GOLDSTEIN, Melvyn C. (<em>Tibetan-English Dictionary of Modern Tibetan</em>), though many times its size. His analysis of grammar, and specifically of verb categories, has not changed since the 1978 version despite significant strides in modern research. This book is more a glossary than a dictionary, it contains more words than probably any dictionary, but gives no citations and contains many misprints and faulty cross references. Essentially the editor has put many (over 21) other dictionaries together. My impression is that it relies most heavily on ZHANG (<em>Bod rgya tshig mdzod chen mo / Zang Han Da Cidian [Great Tibetan Chinese Dictionary]</em>). Although this work is useful for reading texts, especially modern, it fails to contribute to scientific lexicography. An addendum and corrigienda is available at the website: http://www.cwru.edu/affil/tibet/addendum.html (Nathan Hill, revised by Bill McGrath 2008-01-03)</p>
<p>Contains a Lhasa Tibetan-English-written Tibetan and an English-Lhasa Tibetan-written Tibetan glossary. (Michael Walter and Manfred Taube 2006-05-15, revised by Bill McGrath 2008-01-03)</p>
The paper addresses the claim that traditional Tibetan society is anomalous among peasant preindustrial societies in that it has experienced population decline since the 7th century A.D. Even though Tibet was a relatively affluent society, psychological and social factors are claimed to have substantially reduced fertility levels. The paper challenges this position and argues instead that Tibetan fertility was/is moderately high. It also suggests that very high levels of fertility were not necessary in preindustrial peasant societies to balance high mortality and produce homeostasis or slight growth. [demographic anthropology, peasant fertility, demographic transition theory, Tibet, Nepal]
<p>A Tibetan-English dictionary. (Bill McGrath 2008-01-03)</p>
<p>The article is an essay on polyandry, fertility, and change in Limi panchayat with the aim of assessing population, social structure, and strategic behavior. It tries to explain the importance of polyandrous marriage as seen in the Limi panchayat. It presents data revealing little difference in fertility between monogamous marriages and polyandrous marriages. It recommends plans which will suit the increased population of the panchayat. The author argues that one of the fundamental goals of anthropological research in Nepal must be to generate data, explanations, and recommendations which can be used by policy makers to improve the quality of life of locals without causing either long or short term degradation of the environment. (Rajeev Ranjan Singh 2007-01-11)</p>
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<p>The article studies the socio-cultural organization of the inhabitants of Helambu. The article briefly compares the kinship and marriage patterns of Helambu Sherpas and Khumbu Sherpas with Tibetans of Lhasa. The greatest differences exist between the Helambu Sherpas and the Lhasa Tibetans. The Khumbu Sherpas, although differing from Lhasa Tibetans in possessing clans and in their spouse kinship terminology, still seem much more similar to the Lhasans than to the Helambu Sherpas with their "incestuous" (by Lhasa and Khumbu standards) cross-cousin preferred marriages. It includes a diagram illustrating kinship relations of Helambu Sherpas, Khumbu Sherpas, and Lhasa Tibetans. (Rajeev Ranjan Singh 2007-01-01)</p>
<p>The article discusses the inhabitants of Limi panchayat, Humla district, Karnali zone, Nepal, and their engagement with the potential development in the area. It is based on fieldwork carried out from March to September 1974. It provides a corpus of basic ethnographic-ecological data and some tentative and specific suggestions concerning areas for implementing development. The article gives a brief description of the location and physical access, the cultural and demographic context with an age-gender pyramid, and the subsistence economy consisting of agriculture, crafts, trade, and labor. The author also puts forward suggestions concerning the factors affecting the adaptation of the inhabitants of Limi. (Rajeev Ranjan Singh 2007-01-05)</p>
<p>InSeeking the Heart of WisdomGoldstein and Kornfield present the central teachings and practices of insight meditation in a clear and personal language. The path of insight meditation is a journey of understanding our bodies, our minds, and our lives, of seeing clearly the true nature of experience. The authors guide the reader in developing the openness and compassion that are at the heart of this spiritual practice. For those already treading the path, as well as those just starting out, this book will be a welcome companion along the way. Among the topics covered are: • The hindrances to meditation—ranging from doubt and fear to painful knees—and skillful means of overcoming them • How compassion can arise in response to the suffering we see in our own lives and in the world • How to integrate a life of responsible action and service with a meditative life based on nonattachment Useful exercises are presented alongside the teachings to help readers deepen their understanding of the subjects.</p>
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<p>The largest Tibetan-English dictionary containing modern vocabulary (ca. 40,000 items). It provides many examples of usage. (Michael Walter and Manfred Taube 2006-05-15, revised by Bill McGrath 2008-01-03)</p>
<p>Particularly strong on military terminology. (Nathan Hill 2007-12-13)</p>
<p>The best dictionary available of colloquial Tibetan, this is of immense use in reading modern Tibetan, as well as more narrative classical works such as hagiographies and histories. Despite its faults, it constitutes one of the most important resource tools available in Tibetan language studies. (David Germano 2007-12-13, revised by Bill McGrath 2008-02-06)</p>
Goldstein believes that overcoming depression and uncovering happiness is in harnessing our brain's own natural antidepressant power and ultimately creating a more resilient antidepressant brain. In seven simple steps, she shows you how to take back control of your mind, your mood, and your life --
Goldstein believes that overcoming depression and uncovering happiness is in harnessing our brain's own natural antidepressant power and ultimately creating a more resilient antidepressant brain. In seven simple steps, she shows you how to take back control of your mind, your mood, and your life --
Goldstein believes that overcoming depression and uncovering happiness is in harnessing our brain's own natural antidepressant power and ultimately creating a more resilient antidepressant brain. In seven simple steps, she shows you how to take back control of your mind, your mood, and your life --
In the first part of Understanding and Managing Children's Classroom Behavior, Dr. Sam Goldstein reviews the current knowledge of children's behavioral, emotional, and developmental problems and takes an in-depth look at the biopsychosocial forces that shape children's behavior. The second part constitutes a comprehensive guide to diagnosis in which readers are provided with an effective model for understanding and evaluating the full range of non-disruptive, internalizing problems and disruptive, externalizing disorders. Various systems of observation are compared, a number of standardized questionnaires are reviewed, and a structured assessment approach geared toward providing school personnel with a rational framework for identifying and reporting on behavioral problems is described. Problems receiving special attention include Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder; opposition defiant and conduct disorders; depression and anxiety; pervasive disorders such as autism and Tourette's Syndrome; and more. Bringing together contributions by a number of leading experts in the field, the final section explores the best current intervention strategies. Chapters cover medications, behavior modification techniques, cognitive-behavioral approaches, various approaches to modifying classroom tasks and environments, and techniques for building social skills in the classroom. Based on more than 1,500 referenced sources, and including the latest DSM diagnostic criteria, this book is an indispensable resource for school and educational psychologists, special education personnel, and child psychologists.
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