{"product_id":"the-mind-illuminated-a-complete-meditation-guide-integrating-buddhist-wisdom-and-brain-science-for-greater-mindfulness-9781501156984","title":"The Mind Illuminated: A Complete Meditation Guide Integrating Buddhist Wisdom and Brain Science for Greater Mindfulness","description":"\u003cb\u003eA revolutionary, science-based approach to meditation from a neuroscientist turned meditation master, \u003ci\u003eThe Mind Illuminated\u003c\/i\u003e is an accessible, step-by-step toolkit for anyone looking to start--or improve--their daily meditation practice.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe book that bestselling meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg raves \"brings the path of meditation to life,\" \u003ci\u003eThe Mind Illuminated\u003c\/i\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis 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. \u003ci\u003eThe Mind Illuminated\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJohn Yates, PhD (Culadasa) was a meditation master for more than four decades in the Tibetan and Theravadin Buddhist traditions. A former professor, he taught physiology and neuroscience for many years, and later worked in the field of complementary and alternative medicine. He was the author of \u003ci\u003eA Physician's Guide to Therapeutic Massage\u003c\/i\u003e, currently in its third edition. He passed away in 2021. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMatthew Immergut, PhD is an associate professor of sociology. He is a longtime meditator and a dedicated student of Culadasa. He lives in Woodstock, NY.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Atria Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50607157412114,"sku":"9781501156984","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_0f4f1728-e6ed-4ed4-9613-3da49726d1df.jpg?v=1732304784","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-mind-illuminated-a-complete-meditation-guide-integrating-buddhist-wisdom-and-brain-science-for-greater-mindfulness-9781501156984","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}