RESEARCH & EVIDENCE
Selected insights
from contemporary Mindfulness research,
psychology and neuroscience.
Focus: Stress physiology, regulation
and mental health.
UNFOCUSED MIND
Source
Harvard Gazette
KEY INSIGHT
Research by psychologists Matthew A. Killingsworth
and Daniel T. Gilbert of Harvard University show:
People spend 46.9 percent of their waking hours thinking about something other than what they’re doing.
Being carried away by our Wandering Mind through mainly
stressful thoughts, unaware of the present moment, makes us unsatisfied and anxious giving us a feeling of being stressed.
Unfocused Mind- Unhappy Mind.
NEUROPLASTICITY
Source
Richard J Davidson, Bruce S McEwen
PubMed
KEY INSIGHT
“There is growing corpus of evidence that suggests
that interventions ranging from regular moderate
physical exercise to cognitive therapy and to interventions
derived from ancient contemplative practices induce plasticity-related
alterations in the brain and support a range of positive
behavioral outcomes.“
SELF-COMPASSION
Source
Center for Mindful Self-Compassion (CMSC)
KEY INSIGHT
Research shows that Self-Compassion is linked to
reduced self-critical thinking and increased
emotional resilience.
The evidence-based approach developed by
the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion provides
structured methods to cultivate a supportive
inner attitude.
Self-Compassion-Test
Workbook by Neff & Germer
BODY & MIND
Source
Klinik Essen
KEY INSIGHT
In medicine, Mindfulness is increasingly applied as
complementary interventions. The Body & Mind Medicine
concept at Klinik Essen combines conventional
medical treatment with
Meditation
Breathing techniques
Cognitive strategies
Movement
Self-compassion
Nutrition
MEDITATION & CANCER
Source
Dr. Julienne Bower
KEY INSIGHT
Research indicates that Mindfulness may be associated
with reduced stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms,
alongside sleep quality in oncology context.
SELF-CARE
Source
British Journal of Health Psychology, August 21, 2024.
KEY INSIGHT
Emerging research suggests that even brief daily
Mindfulnesspractice may positively influence stress processing,
self-care behaviour, and overall well-being.
STRESS REGULATION
Source
Harvard Health
KEY INSIGHT
Harvard highlights Mindfulness as a supportive
component of sustainable stress regulation.
TRAINING THE BRAIN
Source
Dr. Richard J. Davidson
KEY INSIGHT
Research from the Center for Healthy Minds
at University of Wisconsin-Madison suggests
that regular contemplative practice may support
long-term neuroplastic changes associated with
emotional balance and resilience.
“Our brains can be shaped over time by both positive
and negative experiences and emotions.
Meditation practice, even short-term,
has been linked with changes in gene expression” –
Dr. Richard J. Davidson
Apps for Mindfulness:
Plum Village App
Guided mindfulness practices inspired
by the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh.
Beginners may find the guided meditations by
Brother Phap Huu especially accessible.
Healthy Minds App
Developed by the Center for Healthy Minds
this research-informed App offers
short Mindfulness practices grounded
in neuroscience.
Important Note
The content on this page is for educational
and informational purposes only and does not
replace medical or therapeutic advice.
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