Reviews

Neurodharma: New Science, Ancient Wisdom, and Seven Practices of the Highest Happiness by Rick Hanson

melbac's review

5.0

I attended a 3 hour webinar by Rick Hanson a few months ago. I was so impressed that I went online to buy all his books and this is the first I have read. This book went beyond my expectations, exploring the neuropsychological underpinnings of awakening, developing a targeted meditation practice and reducing the suffering in our lives. The information was fascinating and there were sections focused on how to apply the principles in everyday life. It was readable and engaging, whilst also providing a depth of research, wisdom and insight that was absolutely fantastic. This book also provides numerous guided meditations to be able to explore each section experientially (having the audiobook was helpful for this).
This is one that I will be re-reading many times into the future.

nebulae's review against another edition

reflective slow-paced

2.0

jenlouden's review against another edition

5.0

Rick Hanson has done it again. Written another incredibly helpful loving book that I've highlighted the heck out of -- so many gems and insights that I will be referring to and practicing for the rest of my life. I forever owe a debt of gratitude to Rick for his huge heart and incredible scholarship. Add this book to your mindfulness science library today!

laffingkat's review against another edition

5.0

In Neurodharma, psychologist Rick Hanson combines neuroscience and secular spirituality to help readers achieve self-actualization, and he does so with warmth and humor. I loved the author’s encouraging tone, and appreciated his explanation of how to develop an effective practice. He has a knack for explaining concepts clearly. He then discusses the seven ways of being that he considers the essence of awakening: steadiness, lovingness, fullness, wholeness, newness, allness, and timelessness.

Each section of the book includes meditations and suggested readings, as well as inspiring quotes from various spiritual teachers. Roughly 40 percent of the book consists of notes and the bibliography.

I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in developing a meditation practice or learning how to get more benefit from practice. Practical and encouraging, this book should have wide appeal.

Thanks to the publisher, Harmony Books, for providing me with an unproofed ARC through NetGalley, which I volunteered to review.

pvn's review against another edition

4.0

This is timeless stuff that should help most everyone. It's not a quick read in that readers need to take time to work with the content to get the most value. But it is worth the small amount of effort. A good mix of science and ancient wisdom. Recommended.

I really appreciate the ARC for review!!