I read two books about scientific studies done to understand how meditation changes our brains. I will summarize the key takeaways here for your easy comprehension. Let’s start with some definitions.What is Meditation?“Meditation is a catch-all word for myriad varieties of contemplative practice, just as ‘sports’ refers to a wide range of athletic activities” -Daniel Goleman/Richard DavidsonSome of the most popular meditative practices include:Focusing on the sensation of breathPerforming a ‘...

I read two books about scientific studies done to understand how meditation changes our brains. I will summarize the key takeaways here for your easy comprehension. Let’s start with some definitions.What is Meditation?“Meditation is a catch-all word for myriad varieties of contemplative practice, just as ‘sports’ refers to a wide range of athletic activities” -Daniel Goleman/Richard DavidsonSome of the most popular meditative practices include:Focusing on the sensation of breathPerforming a ‘...