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The Blissful Brain is published by Gaia Thinking. For more information on how to order your copy, please click here.

 

Guardian G2: Mind over matter by Andy Darling

"Neuroscientist Shanida Nataraja has proven meditation does more than clear your head, it can put both halves of your brain to work, improving your concentration, memory, and decision-making...". To read more, please click here.

 

The Times: Calm down dear by Angela Pertusini

"Claims by the neuroscientist Shanida Nataraja regarding the benefits of meditation have been backed up by rigourous scientific research and are explained in her acclaimed book The Blissful Brain: Neuroscience and Proof of the Power of Meditation". To read more, please click here.

 

Evening Seminar: Understanding Consciousness: A Challenge for Modern Science on Friday 24th of June 2011

Shanida Nataraja will be participating in an evening seminar and discussion forum focusing on a multidisplinary approach to understanding Consciousness on Friday 24th June 2011 at 19:00-21:30pm at SOAS (School of Oriental & African Studies), University of London. For more information, please click here.

 

Just this Day event: A Day of Silence and Stillness at St Martin's in the Field on 23rd of November 2011

Shanida Nataraja will be participating in this exciting event that aims to explore the power of silience and stillness in our busy world. For more information, please click here or visit the Just This Day website.

 

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How important is meditation for our health and well being? Is it merely a soothing relaxation technique with no long-term benefits, or is it in fact a vital healthcare practice that deserves wider recognition and higher public regard?

In this groundbreaking book, Dr Shanida Nataraja explores the extraordinary research that shows practices such as meditation, tai chi and yoga are not only helpful in reducing stress; they may actually be crucial for good health and optimal brain functioning. From the effects of meditation on blood pressure and depression to the latest insights from brain imaging studies, this book reveals the scientific evidence that proves meditative practices should be at the very heart of our healthcare system. For more information, click here.


This website offers a comprehensive set of resources for those interested in finding out more about the topics covered in The Blissful Brain.

 

In addition to an A to Z of topics related to the content of The Blissful Brain, this website also houses a presentation given by the author on The Blissful Brain, a comprehensive list of references for each of The Blissful Brain chapters to guide further reading, and a select list of useful websites.


Dr Shanida Nataraja has a BSc (First Class Hons) in Human Science and Neuroscience and a PhD in Neurophysiology, both from University College London. For her PhD, Shanida investigated the processes underlying learning and memory in the rat brain..... Click here to read more.

 

 

"...I rate this book highly. Informative, well-balanced, and with very good concluding chapters respectively on meditation and health and on meditation in daily life, it provides a welcome resource for all those interested in research into the brain-related changes consequent upon meditation. An excellent purchase."

Professor David Fontana

 

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Numerous studies have explored the health benefits of meditation. If you are interested to find out more about these benefits of meditation, please see the graphic below. If you would download this graphic as a PDF, please click here.

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