The Mindful Brain: Reflection and Attunement in the Cultivation of Well-Being

by Daniel J. Siegel
The Mindful Brain: Reflection and Attunement in the Cultivation of Well-Being  
published April 1st 2007 by W. W. Norton
binding Hardcover
isbn 039370470X   (isbn13: 9780393704709)
pages 256
description An exploration of the nature of our mind, from the inside out, by a leading neurobiologist.

Over the last twenty years, there has been...more
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03-20-07



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jessi lee
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05/13/08

this was assigned for a class. i'm interested in mindfulness practices & the way that daily practices impact our neurobiology... the brain scans of regular meditators made me think that maybe i should become a regular meditator. but in the end, the science was a big much and dry for me. i would recommend that people interested in mindfulness start with epstein. who also has his issues, but is a little more accessible.

siegel is also funny because he turns everything into an acronym. i ...more
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Cameron
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05/08/08

Read in May, 2008
I enjoyed the first part of the book and the last part. The middle part lost me a little as the author began to explore elements of Mindfulness that are probably just out of reach for me right now. This may not be the best book for someone who is wanting to learn more about the basics of mindfulness though some will find it helpful as a second or third read in this area.
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Kathleen
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01/20/08

This got great reviews but upon buying and reading it (the hardcover!) I see there is no new research findings reported on benefits of insight meditation. But for readers new to meditation, this is a great read by a psychiatrist who conducts research on the brain structure and mental state changes that result from regular meditation practice.
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Jeremy
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07/11/08

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Was only able to get about 70 pages in, but so far the book was pretty informative. A scientific view of the benefits (and drawbacks) to practicing mindful meditation. Can't say much more than that till I get another chance to borrow it again or pickup my own copy when it's in paperback.
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Amanda
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07/17/08

Read in July, 2008
I love the philosophy behind this book, but I couldn't get past the language being used.
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