Aware : the science and practice of Presence, the groundbreaking meditation practice / Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Siegel, Daniel J., 1957- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Self-actualization (Psychology).

Mindfulness (Psychology).

Meditation.

Awareness.

Meditation--Popular works.

Genre:

Nonfiction.

Self-help publications.

Physical Description:

xiii, 379 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

New York, New York : TarcherPerigee, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC, [2018]

Summary:

An in-depth look at the science that underlies meditation's effectiveness, Aware teaches readers how to harness the power of the principle "Where attention goes, neural firing flows, and neural connection grows." Daniel Siegel reveals how developing a Wheel of Awareness practice to focus attention, open awareness, and cultivate kind intention can literally help you grow a healthier brain and reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in your life.

"This groundbreaking new book from New York Times bestselling author Daniel J. Siegel, M.D., introduces readers to his pioneering, science-based meditation practice. Aware provides practical instruction for mastering the Wheel of Awareness, a life-changing tool for cultivating more focus, presence, and peace in one's day-to-day life. An in-depth look at the science that underlies meditation's effectiveness, this book teaches readers how to harness the power of the principle "Where attention goes, neural firing flows, and neural connection grows." Siegel reveals how developing a Wheel of Awareness practice to focus attention, open awareness, and cultivate kind intention can literally help you grow a healthier brain and reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in your life. Whether you have no experience with a reflective practice or are an experienced practitioner, Aware is a hands-on guide that will enable you to become more focused and present, as well as more energized and emotionally resilient in the face of stress and the everyday challenges life throws your way"-- Provided by publisher.

"Aware provides practical instruction for mastering the Wheel of Awareness, a practice to focus attention, open awareness, and cultivate kind intention that can help one grow a healthier brain and reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in their life"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Part I: The Wheel of Awareness : idea and practice. An invitation ; Stories of using the Wheel of Awareness : harnessing the power of presence ; Preparing your mind for the Wheel of Awareness : focused attention ; The basic Wheel of Awareness ; Kind intention ; Open awareness

Part II: The Wheel of Awareness and mechanisms of mind. Mind and the energy flow of the body ; Integration in the brain and the spoke of focal attention ; The nature of energy, the energy of mind ; Awareness, the hub, and a plane of possibility ; Filters of consciousness ; Awe and joy

Part III: Stories of transformation in applying the Wheel : harnessing the hub and living from the plane of possibility

Part IV: The power of presence.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Online version: Siegel, Daniel J., 1957- Aware.

ISBN:

9781101993040

1101993049

9780143111795

0143111795

OCLC:

1040074614