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The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness

eng. The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness · 2007
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Interesting Facts

  • The book combines ancient Buddhist practices with modern scientific research in neurophysiology.
  • The author shares his personal experience of overcoming panic attacks and anxiety through meditation.
  • The book explains in detail how meditation affects the brain and can improve mental health.
  • One of the key ideas of the book is that happiness can be trained like a muscle through regular practice.
  • The author uses the metaphor of the "monkey mind" to describe restless and chaotic thoughts that can be calmed through meditation.
  • The book offers practical exercises and meditation techniques that can be applied in everyday life.
  • The author emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and being present in the moment to achieve inner peace and happiness.
The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness
Date of publication: 9 June 2024
Last updated: 9 July 2024
———Original titleeng. The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness · 2007