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ELI5 Meditation - Can meditation really change your brain?

ELI5 Explain Like I'm 5: Bite sized answers to stuff you should know about - in a mini podcast
ELI5 Explain Like I'm 5: Bite sized answers to stuff you should know about - in a mini podcast
Episode • Feb 21 • 8m

How does meditation physically alter our brain’s grey matter? Is it true that the amygdala shrinks after mindfulness meditation? How do Tibetan monks increase body temperature through meditation? What training techniques enhance focus and mental stamina through meditation? How does meditation compare to other stress-relief practices, like exercise or art?


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