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The Neuroscience of Meditation with Dr. Philippe Goldin
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40:52 - 48:44 (07:52)

Dr. Philippe Goldin explains how mindfulness and meditation can impact the brain, and how there is no specific 'happiness center' in the brain. He also discusses his research on top-performing individuals and how they can control their emotions under pressure.

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Neuroscientist shares how brain scans and emotional status reactions have led to the conclusion that there is no such thing as a single region or chemical responsible for happiness; personal experiences and spirituality add to the understanding of neuroscience.
40:52 - 43:53 (03:01)
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Neuroscience
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Neuroscientist shares how brain scans and emotional status reactions have led to the conclusion that there is no such thing as a single region or chemical responsible for happiness; personal experiences and spirituality add to the understanding of neuroscience.

Chapter
The Neuroscience of Meditation with Dr. Philippe Goldin
Episode
#318 - Steven Laureys - The Neuroscience Of Meditation
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The equanimity learned during meditation practice could be used to manifest itself in the professional world, allowing scientists to approach their work curiously without fixating on suppressing results.
43:53 - 44:55 (01:01)
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Meditation
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The equanimity learned during meditation practice could be used to manifest itself in the professional world, allowing scientists to approach their work curiously without fixating on suppressing results.

Chapter
The Neuroscience of Meditation with Dr. Philippe Goldin
Episode
#318 - Steven Laureys - The Neuroscience Of Meditation
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Neuroscientist and author Sam Harris talks about studying the brains of athletes, including Guillaume Nery, a French free-diving world champion who can hold his breath for up to eight minutes, and the effects of his sport on his body and mind.
44:55 - 48:44 (03:49)
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free-diving
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Neuroscientist and author Sam Harris talks about studying the brains of athletes, including Guillaume Nery, a French free-diving world champion who can hold his breath for up to eight minutes, and the effects of his sport on his body and mind.

Chapter
The Neuroscience of Meditation with Dr. Philippe Goldin
Episode
#318 - Steven Laureys - The Neuroscience Of Meditation
Podcast
Modern Wisdom