So well done. A joy to listen to

For the nerds-at-heart, this book takes the spiritual experience of meditation and puts it into scientific terms to explain the HOWs and WHYs of the benefits of meditation. Hits the SPOT for me! Truly rich in explanation and execution. I have become a devoted fan of Jack Kornfield and Dan Siegel after this book. I would recommend that you have some background about how the brain works (such as by reading Your Brain at Work by David Rock) and some experience with meditation (Any form will do) to get the full impact of how much this book puts into context.
Awesome! Have given it to 3 other people as gifts.

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A Gift to Humanity

Would you listen to Mindfulness and the Brain again? Why?

This dialogue is a fascinating interface between the foundational understandings of neurobiology and Buddhism. What emerges out of this discourse is a remarkable vision for human potential. Dr. Siegal expresses the science of ‘Mindsight” in a way that delights our shared yearning for peace in our inner and outer worlds. The process of “Mindsight” explains the possibility of neural integration, a process towards wholeness that is often impeded by states of neural rigidity and chaos. Siegal is able to communicate complex notions to a general audience that enlightens rather than alienates. The science is so deep and complex that we’re fortunate such a spokesman has arisen to make mindsight deeply accessible, a field that might otherwise come across as deeply obtuse.

Jack Kornfield is a living embodiment of all he teaches, serving to remind listeners that awakening is always possible in this life. With levity, humor, and intelligence, Kornfield transmits the Buddhist wisdom that he has ardently studied and practiced throughout his life. Throughout these discourses, Kornfield serves to illuminate the dynamic and nuanced principles of Buddhist psychology and how they may be applied within our lives.

It is my sincere conviction that these dialogues will aid and support anyone who is interested in the art and science of personal and collective transformation. Now more than ever, we must look at what the wisdom traditions and modern science are telling us about the origins and resolutions of tribalism. If we are to save ourselves from ecological ruin and collective self-destruction, we cannot look for some faraway, remote technology to come in and rescue us. Instead, we must harness our evolutionary gifts in a way that serves the entirety of humanity, as opposed to only those we consider “us.” This is more than just a naïve ideal, but an invitation to enlist all your inner resources to begin the process of training the mind. All life on Earth needs a collective awakening from humanity. I strongly recommend this audio program for anyone seeking personal meaning that may serve the planet and generations to come. These trainings, if followed, may be the most important actions you could ever take with your life.

While the stakes I describe here may appear grandiose, we are also surrounded in a vast mystery. We are bequeathed with an inviolable spirit that is the still point of the changing seasons of this world. To touch this mystery of loving awareness, and to perfect your love, provides a deep abiding known as equanimity that is able to live with profound dignity even amidst great suffering. To touch this deep knowing of the self will give you all the resources you need to join the world and contribute in a compassionate way—dedicated to the flourishing of life and the alleviation of suffering.

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Jack and Dan provide a good collaboration

What made the experience of listening to Mindfulness and the Brain the most enjoyable?

Its a relaxing positive listen. The intersection of science and spirituality is fascinating - spiritual practice actually changes your brain. Who woulda thunk it.

What did you like best about this story?

Ends somewhat abruptly which made me wonder if the full recording was captured.

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positive and uplifting

Offers tools and antidotes for mindfulness. I've listened to the audio several times which helps me create the positive space for mindfulness.

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Loved the Duality of their Presentation

Would you listen to Mindfulness and the Brain again? Why?

Yes, I have listened multiple times.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I was familiar, and enjoy the work of Dan Siegel, but this was my intro to Jack Kornfield. I thoroughly enjoyed them both AND the interaction between the two.

What about Daniel J. Siegel and Jack Kornfield ’s performance did you like?

The clarity of their messages

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It is very calming and comforting.

Any additional comments?

The meditations are wonderful. They are throughout the book.

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Excellent ! Thanks to Jack Kornfield and Dr Siegel

If you could sum up Mindfulness and the Brain in three words, what would they be?

scientific meditation methodology

What was one of the most memorable moments of Mindfulness and the Brain?

P.S. its hot down here !

What does the narrator bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Their voices are so pleasant to hear .

What did you learn from Mindfulness and the Brain that you would use in your daily life?

how to use the mindfulness practice effectively to improve focus

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Good overview of mindfulness

It goes into how practice of mindfulness affect the Neuro-Biology! It also have couple of good practices of mindfulness !

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outstanding

one of the best audio books that I have put on repeat and also have added to my Alexa programming every morning. Specifically chapter 13 is on repeat with this brilliant composition. From author to author, peace and blessings, Conrad Hampton

interesting read..

always a learning experience reading or listening to Dr. siegel, good for those in the field

Mind & Brain are NOT the same

There are layers in the brain that process the flow of information differently. The new proceeds up thru 7 layers, while the known proceeds down thru 3. The how & why of this is the subject of the book.