My adult son is pursuing neuroscience research on meditation while I'm a longtime practitioner who learned from traditional teachers, and we're having difficult conversations about whether scientific study enhances understanding or reduces something sacred to mere brain chemistry.
More people experience this than they realize.
Different generations are navigating fundamental questions about whether neuroscience illuminates or diminishes the deeper dimensions of contemplative practice.
“Where Are You with The neuroscience of meditation?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.