Have you ever noticed how harsh and self-destructive your inner critical dialogue can be? Have you sought validation of your worth from friends and loved ones? The latest developments in neuroscience reveal the astonishing extent to which humans are hardwired for connection, belonging, and resonance with other humans. This connection is so strong that our nervous system has the potential to become our compassionate observer, even when we did not have a stable and loving presence as children. The field of neurobiology and the science of mindfulness reveal that the human brain is capable of experiencing unpleasant situations (fear, anxiety, depression) while simultaneously observing and holding itself with kindness, as a nurturing parent or partner would. This ability to experience and hold the experience is the key to maintaining inner peace in the face of life's challenges. If we learn to honor that every inner voice, no matter how anxious it may be, has the desire to help us, we open the possibility that every part of us has value. This assistance creates a gentle, accepting, and warm resonance with ourselves that can remain steady and present, even when parts of us feel agitated. With simple language and easy exercises, Your Resonant Self synthesizes the latest discoveries in brain science, trauma therapy, and the power of empathy into an effective therapeutic method that literally rewires our brain and restores our capacity for self-love and well-being. Each chapter combines the core concepts of neurobiology with guided meditations and beautiful illustrations, painting an inspiring picture of the human brain's inherent desire for healing and wholeness.
Manufacturer
- Author
- Sarah Peyton
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Language
- English
- Subtitle
- Guided Meditations and Exercises to Engage Your Brain's Capacity for Healing
- Cover
- Hardcover
- Number of Pages
- 384
- Publication Date
- 2017
- Dimensions
- 16.5x24.4 cm
- Series
- -
- ISBN-13
- 9780393712247
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