How Memory Shapes Intelligence, Even Outside the Brain - Nikolay Kukushkin, PhD | FitMind Podcast FitMind 2026-09-28 | How Memory Shapes Intelligence, Even Outside the Brain - Nikolay Kukushkin, PhD | FitMind Podcast
Day 19: Self-Transcendence (Macro) - How to Live a Happy Life | 30 Days of Meditation, Science... FitMind 2024-10-19 | Today's lesson discusses self-transcendence on a macro level and how to live a happy life through virtuous actions. It presents a formula for transcendent dependent origination, where virtue leads to gladness, joy, tranquility, contentment, samadhi, and ultimately wisdom. We discuss the importance of recognizing and relishing in good deeds, as well as maintaining awareness during daily activities. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: "Response to Anticipated Reward in the Nucleus Accumbens Predicts Behavior in an Independent Test of Honesty” jneurosci.org/content/34/32/10564.short- Paper 2: “The Emerging Science of Virtue” journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1745691620924473- Paper 3:“Vagal activity is quadratically related to prosocial traits, prosocial emotions, and observer perceptions of prosociality.” psycnet.apa.org/record/2014-39093-001- Paper 4: “Tryptophan promotes charitable donating” frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2014.01451/full- Paper 5: “A neural link between generosity and happiness” nature.com/articles/ncomms15964- Suttas referenced: https://heartdhamma.love/sutta/sn-12-23/, suttacentral.net/an11.2/en/sujato?lang=en&layout=plain&reference=none¬es=asterisk&highlight=false&script=latin, suttacentral.net/an10.2/en/sujato?lang=en&layout=plain&reference=none¬es=asterisk&highlight=false&script=latin[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 19: How to Enter Flow State Meditation - 10 Minutes | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-19 | This 10-minute training teaches how to enter a flow state meditation, focusing on developing samadhi, a state where the mind is aware and stable.We examine the relationship between intrinsic and extrinsic networks in the brain during meditation and provide step-by-step instructions for a meditation practice that involves relaxation, cultivating positive emotions, and maintaining awareness through different postures. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: frontiersin.org/journals/human-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2011.00183/full[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 18: Self-Transcendence (Micro) - Cultivating a Blissful Mind | 30 Days of Meditation, Science... FitMind 2024-10-18 | Today's lesson discusses the concept of Self-Transcendence on the micro level and Transcendent Dependent Origination in mindfulness practice. We share tips for cultivating a blissful mind. It outlines a formula for cultivating a blissful mind, starting with the absence of hindrances and progressing through gladness, joy, tranquility, contentment, samadhi, and wisdom. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3827730- Book Recommendation: Moving Dhamma Volume I, by Bhante Vimalaramsi[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 18: Samadhi State Meditation - 10 Minutes | 30 Day of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-18 | This guided meditation session is focused on achieving Samadhi, a state of continuous meta-awareness. It provides instructions for a 10-minute meditation practice, emphasizing relaxation, smiling, and using the 4Rs technique to maintain awareness. We discuss scientific information about Samadhi's effects on brain networks and offer tips for incorporating this practice into daily life._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: frontiersin.org/journals/human-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2011.00183/full[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 17: Dependent Origination Explained - How the Mind Works | 30 Days of Meditation, Science, Bliss FitMind 2024-10-17 | The ancient Buddhist framework of Dependent Origination explained how the mind works and has six key links: Sensory Info, Feeling, Craving, Repeat Thoughts, Emotional Pattern, and Reaction. This process can lead to automatic, unconscious attempts to satisfy urges, potentially escalating from small reactions to more significant conflicts. Understanding this cycle allows for its disruption through techniques like the 4Rs (Recognize, Release, Relish, Remain), promoting wisdom and compassion._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: researchgate.net/publication/225072303_Craving_to_Quit_Psychological_Models_and_Neurobiological_Mechanisms_of_Mindfulness_Training_as_Treatment_for_Addictions- “Dependent Arising,” by Bhikkhu Anālayo buddhistinquiry.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Dependent-arising.pdf- Book Recommendation: The Craving Mind by Dr. Judson Brewer[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 17: How the Mind Constructs Reality - 10 Minute Meditation | 30 Days of Meditation, Science... FitMind 2024-10-17 | In this 10-minute meditation, we continue to explore how the mind constructs reality. You will experience causality, which is the relationship between cause and effect, to better understand how the mind works._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 16: Dependent Origination - How the Mind Creates Reality | 30 Days of Meditation, Science, Bliss FitMind 2024-10-16 | In this training, we discuss Dependent Origination, a fundamental Buddhist teaching that explains how the mind creates reality. You'll learn how sensory input leads to perception, thinking, and mental proliferation, as well as a technique for managing thoughts._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27398642- Paper 2: journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2398212818810591[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 16: Noticing How the Mind Works - 10-Minute Meditation | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-16 | In this training we will be noticing how the mind works. We can experience for ourselves how the mind and brain create our realities. In this 10-minute meditation, let's explore our inner laboratories. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: nyaspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/nyas.14321- MN 18: accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/mn/mn.018.than.html[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 15: Mental Fitness Training - How to Build Mental Strength | 30 Days of Meditation, Science... FitMind 2024-10-15 | Today's lesson explores how to build mental strength and equanimity, focusing on maintaining a calm and balanced mind in various life situations. It explores different perspectives on this concept, including Abraham Maslow's "Theory Z" and the Stoic concept of "Ataraxia". We also share some practical mental fitness training tips for building mental strength in your daily life._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4350240[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 15: Guided Meditation for a Balanced Mind (Equanimity/Upekkha) - 10 Minutes | 30 Days of... FitMind 2024-10-15 | This training is a guided meditation for a balanced mind, focused on developing equanimity or upekkha. Equanimity is a profound balance of mind and potentially the most important psychological element in improving well-being. It provides instructions for the meditation practice, including relaxation techniques, smiling, and using the 4Rs approach. It's important to carry this practice into daily life, and we share tips for maintaining equanimity all day._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4350240[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 14: Fit Mindset - How to Stop Overthinking & Anxiety (4 Ways to Feel Good) | 30 Days... FitMind 2024-10-14 | Today's training discusses the qualities of a Fit Mindset and explains how to stop overthinking and anxiety. We'll highlight four ways to feel good and the four elevated mental states: Good Vibes (Metta), Compassion (Karuna), Delight (Mudita), and Equanimity (Upekkha). These states can be cultivated to improve mental well-being, reduce anxiety, and enhance overall life satisfaction. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23649562- Paper 2: psycnet.apa.org/record/2008-14857-004- Paper 3: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4468348- Paper 4: nature.com/articles/s41598-023-35200-w- Paper 5: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8496883[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 14: Short Gratitude Meditation (Delight/Mudita) - 10 Minutes | 30 Days of Meditation, Science... FitMind 2024-10-14 | This short guided meditation focuses on gratitude, also known as delight or mudita. Mudita is a Sanskrit and Pali word that refers to a feeling of empathetic joy or pleasure in response to the happiness of others. You'll learn some science-backed facts about gratitude and a step-by-step training process. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: academic.oup.com/joh/article/63/1/e12290/7249899- Paper 2: tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10503307.2016.1169332[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 13: Quickest Way to Rewire Your Brain - Benefits of Compassion | 30 Days of Meditation... FitMind 2024-10-13 | In this video, we discuss the science and benefits of compassion meditation. Research shows that compassion training can quickly rewire the brain, activating reward circuits and producing positive effects in as little as 7 hours of practice. The practice involves gradually expanding one's circle of care, from self to others, potentially leading to a state of "infinite space" where subjective boundaries dissolve. Here, we introduce the concept of bodhicitta, a radically altruistic mindset aimed at benefiting all beings, and suggest practical ways to incorporate compassion into daily life._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4040103- Paper 2: pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.0407401101 -Paper 3: journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0956797612469537[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 13: Guided Meditation for Compassion - 10 Minutes | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-13 | This 10-minute guided compassion meditation aims to enhance resilience and shift from empathy to compassion, with scientific backing showing quick 'trait effects' in the brain. The practice starts with self-compassion and gradually expands to include others, potentially evolving into an open field of awareness. You are encouraged to reflect on the session, compare it to metta meditation, and apply compassion in daily life._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: academic.oup.com/scan/article/9/6/873/1669505- Paper 2: richardjdavidson.com/altered-traits[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 12: Increase Serotonin Levels Naturally - How to Calm Down | 30 Days of Meditation, Science... FitMind 2024-10-12 | Today's lesson discusses ways to increase serotonin levels naturally. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter associated with feelings of satiation, comfort, and calmness that influences reward assessment and impulsivity. Natural ways to increase serotonin include positive emotions, exposure to bright light, exercise, a healthy diet, acts of generosity, and meditation. The 4Rs can help cultivate a tranquil state of mind and help you calm down in stressful times. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: jneurosci.org/content/29/50/15669- Paper 2: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2077351- Paper 3: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7916252- Paper 4: healthline.com/health/how-to-increase-serotonin- Paper 5: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18043767- Paper 6: sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1550830723000678[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 12: Positive Remapping - Dealing with Difficult Memories | 30 Days of Meditation, Science, Bliss FitMind 2024-10-12 | Positive remapping is a helpful way of dealing with difficult memories. Through neuroplasticity, it empowers us to move past strong negative feelings associated with bad memories. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: slatestarcodex.com/2019/11/26/mental-mountains[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 11: How to Be Happy with What You Have - 11 Ways | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-11 | Living light is a philosophy emphasizing natural, simple living for a healthy mind, focusing on contentment and mental well-being. It shows you how to be happy with what you have. It contrasts with the modern tendency to seek "more" in various life aspects, advocating for simplicity and internal satisfaction. The approach offers practical tips for simplifying life, such as gratitude journaling, implementing screen-free periods, and considering intermittent fasting. The goal is to cultivate mental fitness through single-tasking, creating "empty space" in one's schedule, and connecting with nature._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: roomtothink.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Lloyd_et_al-2020-International_Journal_of_Applied_Positive_Psychology-2.pdf- Paper 2: link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40359-023-01166-7- Paper 3: sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S009130222100073XPaper 4: mdpi.com/2035-8377/9/2/7043Paper 5: frontiersin.org/journals/psychiatry/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2020.00404/full[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 11: Mental Fitness Exercise - 10-Minute Meditation for Neuroplasticity | 30 Days of Meditation.. FitMind 2024-10-11 | Much like going to the gym to exercise your body, you can exercise your mind with a mental fitness exercise. In this 10-minute meditation on neuroplasticity, you will learn to reshape negative memories with a positive reinterpretation. This is a powerful update that changes the memory's brain activity._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: nature.com/articles/s41467-021-26906-4[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 10: Boost Mental Energy - How to Stop Feeling Tired All the Time | 30 Days of Meditation... FitMind 2024-10-10 | To boost mental energy, we need to identify and eliminate activities that drain our mental and physical resources, such as unnecessary worry, digital distractions, and poor nutrition. Ancient practices across cultures, like breathwork in yoga and Tai Chi, aim to harness and balance internal energy, or "chi," for mental clarity and physical vitality. Modern science explores this through bioelectrical phenomena in the body, suggesting that all cells participate in energy exchange, contributing to our cognitive functions. A "mental diet," focusing on essential information and experiences, can further preserve energy for optimal well-being._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: jstor.org/stable/10.1086/209563?seq=7[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 10: Metta-Awareness -10-Minute Meditation for Happiness | 30 Days Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-10 | In this 10-minute meditation for happiness, you will continue to develop your metta-awareness. You will practice bringing up the feeling of "good vibes"._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/brb3.219- Dhamma Sukha 6 Directions Instructions: dhammasukha.org/radiating-to-the-directions[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 9: Mental Fitness Training - How to Improve Mental Fitness | 30 Days of Meditation, Science... FitMind 2024-10-09 | Today we discuss how to improve mental fitness by recognizing and letting go of common mental hindrances—like desire, worry, and doubt—through mindful observation and acceptance. Mental fitness training involves quality meditation, especially loving-kindness meditation, which has a greater impact on well-being than duration. A tranquil environment further supports focus and clarity. Embracing the present moment without attachment can lead to lasting contentment and reduced mental strain._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10902-022-00582-7 - “All the Distractions” (MN 2): https://heartdhamma.love/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/MN-2-Sabbasava-Sutta-All-the-Distractions.pdf[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 9: Experience Unconditional Love - 10-Minute Meditation | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-09 | In this training, you will learn to experience unconditional love for yourself and others. A 10-minute meditation of metta, or loving-kindness, is a powerful way to cultivate these positive feelings for a happier life._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 8: Mind-Body Connection Explained - How to Overcome Stress | 30 Days of Meditation, Science... FitMind 2024-10-08 | This lesson explains the mind-body connection about how to overcome stress. By observing how mental states influence physical movement and vice versa, you can see that mindful movement, meditation, and regular physical rhythms can reduce stress. Key principles include the 4Rs—Recognize, Release, Relish, and Remain—to alleviate mental and physical tension. Embracing the natural link between body and mind encourages a balanced approach to stress, promoting overall well-being._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Paper 1: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23649562- Relaxation Techniques for Mental Wellness: psychiatry.org/news-room/apa-blogs/relaxation-techniques-for-mental-wellness- The body is not a machine: youtube.com/watch?v=yQ950Oq-Kzs[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 8: How to Do Walking Meditation - Guided Instructions | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-08 | This training provides guided instructions on how to do a walking meditation. This practice of movement with mindfulness, while cultivating a feeling of metta, produces a robust combination of benefits, including physical fitness, more energy, better digestion, and stability of mind._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.ResourcesPaper 1: liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/acm.2013.0205Sutta reference for “Divine Walking”: suttacentral.net/an3.63/en/sujato?lang=en&layout=plain&reference=none¬es=asterisk&highlight=false&script=latin[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 7: Find Your Core Values - How to Life a Happy Life | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-07 | To understand how to live a happy life, it’s essential to find your core values and align your actions with them. Core values like generosity, kindness, and integrity form the foundation of a virtuous life, contributing to well-being and wisdom. By identifying and practicing these values, you improve your mental fitness and foster deeper connections with others, leading to a life of fulfillment and joy._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.ResourcesPaper 1: sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667239121000319#bib0016Paper 2: nature.com/articles/ncomms15964Paper 3:journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0272434Paper 4:frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2014.01451/full[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 7: Guided Walking Meditation - 10 minutes | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-07 | This guided walking meditation combines movement with mindfulness, helping you cultivate unconditional love (metta) while staying present and relaxed. As you walk for 10 minutes or longer, you’ll focus on maintaining a soft gaze and gentle awareness, allowing the warmth of positive emotions to expand outward. The practice enhances mental clarity and increases oxytocin, promoting feelings of connection and joy._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 6: Positivity Neuroscience - How to Live a Happy Life | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-06 | Positivity neuroscience, the science of the positive brain, reveals how our brain's default state is negative, but by practicing positive thinking, we can shift toward a happier mindset. Cultivating habits like gratitude, joy, and laughter improves mental awareness and boosts physical and cognitive health. It's vital to how to live a happy life. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.ResourcesPaper 1: nature.com/articles/s41586-022-04964-yPaper 2: scientificamerican.com/article/newfound-brain-switch-labels-experiences-as-good-or-badPaper 3: mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-relief/art-20044456Paper 4: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/9781118993811.ch5Paper 5: psycnet.apa.org/record/2002-02382-038[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 6: Most Powerful Guided Meditation - 10 Minutes | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-06 | This most powerful guided meditation will help cultivate unconditional love and compassion. The 10-minute session guides you to relax, kindle feelings of warmth, and radiate love to yourself and others, supported by scientific studies linking Metta to reduced bias, improved well-being, and longer telomeres associated with a longer lifespan. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.ResourcesDhamma Sukha “Breaking Barriers” Instructions: dhammasukha.org/breaking-down-the-barriers[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 5: What is Mindfulness? - How to Become Mentally Strong | 30 Days of Meditation, Science, Bliss FitMind 2024-10-05 | What is mindfulness? Today, we discuss the different definitions of this buzzword and how to become mentally strong. You'll learn how to develop meta-awareness and how to build a habit of mindfulness. FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 5: Guided Forgiveness Meditation - 10 Minutes | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-05 | This powerful guided forgiveness meditation is based on a traditional Hawaiian practice called ho'oponopono ("to make things right"). This practice is about forgiveness and reconciliation and involves expressing remorse, gratitude, love, and asking for forgiveness. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- Bhante Vimalaramsi’s Forgiveness Book: dhammasukha.org/_files/ugd/d704f3_10cffb6f02ce405f9b860287d797c0a0.pdf- Dhamma Sukha Forgiveness Instructions: dhammasukha.org/_files/ugd/d704f3_2bfc6647e6854daba38af4a50800c3cb.pdf- Video of Bhante’s Forgiveness Instructions: youtube.com/watch?v=bePv-F-c23I- Paper 1: James, M. B. (2008). *Ho'oponopono: Assessing the effects of a traditional Hawaiian forgiveness technique on unforgiveness*. Walden University. proquest.com/openview/78816540bb79f1a34930681f344d4c76/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=18750- Paper 2: Johnstone, B., Bayan, S., Gutierrez, L., Lardizabal, D., Lanigar, S., Yoon, D. P., & Judd, K. (2015). Neuropsychological correlates of forgiveness. *Religion, Brain & Behavior*, *5*(1), 24-35. tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/2153599X.2014.880069- Paper 3: Fourie, M. M., Hortensius, R., & Decety, J. (2020). Parsing the components of forgiveness: psychological and neural mechanisms. *Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews*, *112*, 437-451. sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0149763419301976- Paper 4: Kim, H. J., Seo, J., Bang, M., & Lee, S. H. (2023). Self-forgiveness is associated with increased volumes of fusiform gyrus in healthy individuals. *Scientific Reports*, *13*(1), 5505. nature.com/articles/s41598-023-32731-0- “The Art of Forgiveness” by Dr. Frederic Luskin: https://med.stanford.edu/survivingcancer/coping-with-cancer/cancer-and-forgiveness.html[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 4: Positive Mindset Strategies - How to Have Fun in Life | 30 Days of Meditation, Science, Bliss FitMind 2024-10-04 | Today we discuss positive mindset strategies to have fun all day. Learning how to have fun in life, even during the most mundane tasks, can transform your experience of the world.FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 4: Guided Metta Meditation (Self-Love Rewiring) | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-04 | In day 4 of the course, you'll be led through a 10-minute guided metta meditation. You will practice self-love rewiring and continue to cultivate good vibes._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.ResourcesStudy 1: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/brb3.219[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 3: Surprising Science of Love - How to Live Life Happily | 30 Days of Meditation, Science, Bliss FitMind 2024-10-03 | In today's lesson, on day 3 of the course, you will learn the surprising science of love and how metta meditation can change the brain. Cultivating metta is more than a meditation technique; it is a way of life. It can show us how to live life happily most of the time._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.ResourcesPaper 1: sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0306453022000750Paper 2: psycnet.apa.org/record/2008-13989-015Paper 3: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/brb3.219Paper 4: sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0889159113001736Paper 5: sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0306453019300010[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 3: Guided Metta Meditation (Loving-Kindness) | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-03 | In day 3 of the course, you'll be led through a 10-minute guided metta meditation. Metta, or as we like to call it "good vibes", is one of the most powerful methods of meditation and can have quick results._____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.ResourcesPaper 1: sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0306453022000750Paper 2: psycnet.apa.org/record/2008-13989-015Paper 3 : journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0956797612469537Dhamma Sukha Mettā Instructions: dhammasukha.org/_files/ugd/d704f3_0efac85d504e4c90aed3bfdb022bf3d1.pdf[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 2: Science of Now - How to Live in the Moment | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-02 | Welcome to the Day 2 lesson of the 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss course.We've all heard you should try to be present and live in the moment. But how? In today's lesson, you'll learn why this can be hard for humans and the science of now. _____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.ResourcesPaper 1: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3081809Paper 2: royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rstb.2016.0011Paper 3: clinicalmovementdisorders.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40734-015-0025-4[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 2: Guided Positive Mindset Meditation - 10 Minutes | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-02 | In day 2 of the course, you'll be led through a 10-minute guided meditation for a positive mindset. You learn how to activate self-joy-- a true superpower!_____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Resources- ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6719713[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 1: How to Rewire Your Brain - Neuroplasticity Exercises | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-01 | Welcome to the Day 1 lesson of the 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss course! Through neuroplasticity exercises, you will learn how to rewire your brain and integrate mindfulness and mental fitness practices into daily life.What You Will Learn:- The meditation technique that produces the fastest changes in the brain- How both the mind and brain work- Profound yet accessible altered states of consciousness- How to increase your mental energy, serotonin, and overall mental fitness- Many other topicsCourse Details:- Offered at no cost on YouTube and in the FitMind app- Time commitment: 10-30 minutes per day (you choose)_____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.ResourcesPaper 1: academic.oup.com/brain/article/134/6/1591/369496Paper 2: https://direct.mit.edu/neco/article-abstract/29/10/2633/8300/Active-Inference-Curiosity-and-InsightPaper 3: sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S014976342100261XPaper 4: mdpi.com/2076-3425/11/8/1086Paper 5: nature.com/articles/s41386-022-01389-zPaper 6: sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1571064519300909Paper 7: nature.com/articles/s42003-021-02994-2[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Day 1: How to Meditate Properly At Home | 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss FitMind 2024-10-01 | Welcome to Day 1 of the 30 Days of Meditation, Science & Bliss course! In this first training you will learn how to meditate properly at home and what to expect for the next 30 days.What You Will Learn:- The meditation technique that produces the fastest changes in the brain- How both the mind and brain work- Profound yet accessible altered states of consciousness- How to increase your mental energy, serotonin, and overall mental fitness- Many other topicsCourse Details:- Offered at no cost on YouTube and in the FitMind app- Time commitment: 10-30 minutes per day (you choose)** If you'd like to have a daily email reminder during the 30-day course, you can sign up here: fitmind.org/30days_____FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. With your support, we can spread wellbeing and mental health. Even the smallest contribution makes a significant impact: fitmind.org/donate.Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
How the Brain Creates Reality - Bayesian Inference & Predictive Coding in the Human Brain and AI FitMind 2024-08-24 | Did you know that how the brain creates reality is similar to the way engineers build AI? Through processes like Bayesian inference and predictive coding, our minds generate reality through 'best guesses' based on limited sensory input. Learn more with Dr. Shamil Chandaria of Oxford in our latest video. The full podcast will be released on September 3.—FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. Please subscribe to this channel for new videos, including the upcoming free 30-day course called "Meditation, Science & Bliss."Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcast
Mental Wellness & Monk Training - Andrew Litchy, ND | The FitMind Podcast FitMind 2024-08-06 | In this episode, Dr. Andrew Litchy recounts his journey from life as a monk to becoming a naturopathic doctor.He shares his insights on how meditation helped him manage ADHD and how it has become integral to both his personal life and professional practice.The conversation spans topics from the daily life of a monk and the experience of ordination to practical tips on integrating mindfulness into a busy life. Dr. Litchy also discusses practical strategies for training the mind in a hectic world and provides top wellness tips, making this episode a rich resource for anyone interested in meditation and holistic health.FitMind Neuroscience-Based App: http://bit.ly/afitmindWebsite: www.fitmind.orgFor the full list of FitMind Podcast episodes, visit fitmind.org/podcast._________________________________________________________________FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. Please subscribe to this channel for new videos, including the upcoming free 30-day course called "Meditation, Science & Bliss."Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.SHOW NOTES0:00 | Introduction to Drew Litchy9:02 | ADHD in Meditation12:18 | How Meditation Clicked13:25 | Straight Mindful Vipassana19:05 | Jhanas Defined23:42 | Experience of Ordaining as a Monk27:40 | Day in the Life of a Monk45:25 | From Monk to Med School47:20 | Study on Meditation and HRV55:20 | How to Train the Mind in a Busy Life1:02:14 | Sticky Notes1:10:17 | Homebase for the Mind1:13:32 | “Waking From the Dream”1:21:10 | Time Is a Construct1:25:44 | Meditation Training for Children1:31:05 | Top Wellness Tips1:36:40 | Most Common Problems Treated in a Naturopathic Doctor’s OfficeLINKSDrews's website: neighborhoodnaturopathic.com
What’s the Purpose of Meditation? Scientific Benefits of Meditation FitMind 2024-07-19 | What's the purpose of meditation? It's more than just sitting quietly in a room. The scientific benefits of meditation are numerous. We explain the top 5 benefits of meditation in this video.—FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. Please subscribe to this channel for new videos, including the upcoming free 30-day course called "Meditation, Science & Bliss."Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.
Exploring Consciousness & Deep Awareness - Doug Kraft | The FitMind Podcast FitMind 2024-07-02 | How does the mind shape our reality? What happens when the conceptual mind turns off?The answers might be found in the depths of meditation.Doug Kraft has delved into the complexities of the mind from various perspectives: as a psychotherapist, writer, minister, meditation teacher, and through the lenses of bio-energetics and neuroscience.In this episode, we discuss consciousness and the mind's role in constructing our reality. We explore how to train our brains to achieve lasting contentment.FitMind Neuroscience-Based App: http://bit.ly/afitmindWebsite: www.fitmind.orgFor the full list of FitMind Podcast episodes, visit fitmind.org/podcast._________________________________________________________________FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. Please subscribe to this channel for new videos, including the upcoming free 30-day course called "Meditation, Science & Bliss."Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.SHOW NOTES0:00 | Introduction to Doug Kraft1:20 | Home Retreat Experience8:15 | Dependent Origination14:23 | What is Consciousness?23:31 | How the Mind Constructs Reality36:24 | The Man Who Lost $100,00045:04 | Exercise for Glimpsing Deep Awareness47:48 | Practice Insight - Redirecting Attention LINKSDoug's website: easingawake.comDoug's retreat talks: youtube.com/watch?v=DutrLDZo1Yk&t=2403s
What is Consciousness? - Explained by Science FitMind 2024-06-19 | Many philosophers and scientists ask the question, "What is consciousness?" A more practical question is, "How does consciousness arise?"Early Buddhist texts assert that consciousness is built from small pieces of experience, such as the interaction of the eyes and ears with sights and sounds. These ancient meditation frameworks align with leading scientific theories like predictive processing and global workspace theory that conscious experience is built from integrated parts.Wishing you all well!—FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. Please subscribe to this channel for new videos, including the upcoming free 30-day course called "Meditation, Science & Bliss."Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
How to Increase Neuroplasticity: 7 Ways to Rewire your Brain FitMind 2024-04-19 | Learn how to increase neuroplasticity in seven different ways based on the latest scientific research. Neuroplasticity is the brain's ability to change and adapt due to experience. The sixth and seventh ways on this list don't involve you doing much at all for neuroplasticity to occur.Wishing you all well!—FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. Please subscribe to this channel for new videos, including the upcoming free 30-day course called "Meditation, Science & Bliss."Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Timestamps00:00 | Intro - How to Increase Neuroplasticity 01:32 | Focused Intention01:59 | Movement02:27 | Newness02:48 | Psychedelics03:24 | Fasting04:06 | Sleep04:45 | Meditation06:45 | Altered States Become Altered TraitsResourcesPaper 1: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557811Paper 2: academic.oup.com/brain/article/134/6/1591/369496 Paper 3: sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S105381191830572XPaper 4: sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S014976341830664XPaper 5: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC202318Paper 6: frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2016.01118/full?ref=blog.wondermed.comPaper 7: nature.com/articles/s41386-022-01389-z[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Science of Flow - How to Enter a Flow State of Mind FitMind 2024-03-07 | Learn how to enter a flow state of mind in four different ways based on the latest flow science research. Flow states involve intrinsic reward and optimal mental functioning. The third and fourth types of flow are less well-known. They allow us internally derived access to the brain’s blissful neurochemistry.Wishing you all well!—FitMind is a mental fitness nonprofit that aims to make science-based meditation accessible to all. Please subscribe to this channel for new videos, including the upcoming free 30-day course called "Meditation, Science & Bliss."Website: fitmind.orgApp: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingPodcast: fitmind.org/podcastLiam is a forest monk who has taught meditation internationally. He advises on advanced meditation research for Harvard Medical School & Mass General Hospital. Liam holds a BA from Yale and an MSc in applied neuroscience from KCL.Timestamps00:00 | Intro - Science of Flow States01:42 | Automatic Flow02:39 | Problem-Solving Flow04:16 | Meditative Absorption Flow08:06 | Natural FlowResourcesPaper 1: academic.oup.com/scan/article/11/3/496/2375154Paper 2: frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.645498/fullPaper 3: sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1053811913008732Paper 4: nature.com/articles/s41598-020-69448-3Paper 5: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/ejn.15014Paper 6: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3132583Paper 7: journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1948550614555028Paper 8: sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0361923010000614Paper 9: hindawi.com/journals/np/2013/653572Paper 10: link.springer.com/article/10.3758/s13415-015-0358-3Paper 11: sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1053811916300581Paper 12: frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2011.00183/fullPaper 13: academic.oup.com/schizophreniabulletin/article/39/6/1343/1883760Paper 14: frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2013.00440/fullPaper 15: frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2013.00647/fullYogalap breathwork video: youtube.com/watch?v=9ZUGLzEi5ikTibetan Yoga book: thamesandhudson.com/tibetan-yoga-9780500519264Sustainable Happiness book: taylorfrancis.com/books/mono/10.4324/9780203854815/sustainable-happiness-joe-loizzo-robert-thurman-daniel-siegel[Disclaimer: Advice on the FitMind channel is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional before engaging in new health-related activities or for guidance regarding mental conditions.]
Neuroplasticity, Meditation & the Predictive Brain - Ruben Laukkonen, PhD | The FitMind Podcast FitMind 2022-09-06 | What's the relationship between neuroplasticity, meditation and the predictive brain?How does the brain work at its deepest levels? And to what extent can we radically upgrade it, creating neuroplastic changes?Ruben Laukkonen, PhD is a cognitive neuroscientist, contemplative, speaker, and poet.His eclectic background includes competing semi-professionally in Muay Thai Kickboxing, founding two businesses (including the first online market for bitcoin in Australia), and intensive meditation training.Dr. Laukkonen is currently a principal investigator and lecturer at Southern Cross University and holds honorary fellowships at VU Amsterdam and The University of Queensland. He uses methods such as behavior, neuroimaging, machine learning, and phenomenology to empirically investigate some of the rarest states of human consciousness.This episode is a full tour of the mind, including a deep dive into some of those rare states of consciousness and what they reveal about achieving the highest levels of human happiness.For the full list of FitMind Podcast episodes, visit fitmind.org/podcast.ABOUT FITMINDFitMind provides mental fitness training based on the latest neuroscience. We created a mobile app that teaches 50+ science-based methods adapted from various traditions (i.e., Loving-kindness, Stoicism, Yoga, Buddhism, Sufism, Taoism, Indo-Tibetan Bön, etc.). Check it out here: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingWebsite: fitmind.orgPodcast: http://pod.link/fitmindInstagram: bit.ly/IGfitmindSHOW NOTES0:00 | Introduction to Ruben Laukkonen, PhD2:02 | Early Experience 11:15 | How the Mind Makes Itself23:08 | Predictive Processing & Agitation28:00 | Why There's Always Something Wrong34:45 | Chain of Causality in the Mind39:00 | The Mind Rebuilding After Deepest Levels of Meditation43:28 | Meditation for Reconditioning the Mind56:52 | Doing Nothing Very Well58:08 | Stages of Meditation & Predictive Processing1:11:52 | Cessation & Awakening Research1:24:03 | Jhanas - Stages of Deconstruction1:33:12 | Rapid Fire QuestionsLINKSrubenlaukkonen.comfitmind.com/give
The Science of Creativity & Imagination - Anna Abraham, PhD | The FitMind Podcast FitMind 2022-06-21 | Dr. Anna Abraham is a psychologist and neuroscientist who investigates the science of creativity and how we can optimize this key trait. She’s also a leading scholar on the study of human imagination.On this episode, we discuss the key ingredients of a creative mind, how to become more creative, and how the brain can tell the difference between real and imaginary worlds.For the full list of FitMind Podcast episodes, visit fitmind.com/podcast.ABOUT FITMINDFitMind provides mental fitness training based on the latest neuroscience. We created a mobile app that teaches 50+ science-based methods adapted from various traditions (i.e., Loving-kindness, Stoicism, Yoga, Buddhism, Sufism, Taoism, Indo-Tibetan Bön, etc.). Check it out here: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingWebsite: fitmind.comPodcast: http://pod.link/fitmindInstagram: bit.ly/IGfitmindSHOW NOTES0:00 | Intro to Anna Abraham, PhD1:39 | Imagination More Important Than Knowledge?5:04 | Imagination Defined8:28 | How We Experience Real vs. Imaginary Worlds16:55 | Fiction Crossing Into Reality23:18 | Overlap of Memory & Imagination30:43 | Ingredients of a Creative Mind42:53 | Ways to Build Creativity50:19 | Creativity in Schools53:08 | Predictors of Creativity62:48 | Rapid Fire Questions
Consciousness, Perception & Reality - Donald Hoffman, PhD | The FitMind Podcast FitMind 2022-04-19 | Donald Hoffman, PhD is a cognitive scientist and a professor at UC Irvine, where he studies consciousness, visual perception and evolutionary psychology.On this episode, we “take the red pill” and hear Dr. Hoffman’s theory on why reality is not what it seems. He explains this complex topic by comparing reality to a user interface. We discuss many topics, such as his mathematical theory of consciousness, questioning beliefs, and how the mind forms new mental models.For the full list of FitMind Podcast episodes, visit fitmind.com/podcast.ABOUT FITMINDFitMind provides mental fitness training based on the latest neuroscience. We created a mobile app that teaches 50+ science-based methods adapted from various traditions (i.e., Loving-kindness, Stoicism, Yoga, Buddhism, Sufism, Taoism, Indo-Tibetan Bön, etc.). Check it out here: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingWebsite: fitmind.comPodcast: http://pod.link/fitmindInstagram: bit.ly/IGfitmindSHOW NOTES0:00 | Introduction to Donald Hoffman, PhD2:23 | Why Reality Isn’t as It Seems7:30 | Reality as a User Interface13:51 | Adapting to Evolving Technology16:06 | Creating New Mental Models 18:31 | Moving Beyond Spacetime23:06 | Consciousness is Fundamental25:26 | Ancient Wisdom & Science of Consciousness30:00 | Conversation with the Dalai Lama (starting at 54:40): livestream.com/accounts/5587887/italy2017/videos/16312009430:15 | Reality Transcends Concepts36:39 | Questioning Beliefs38:56 | A New Worldview45:04 | Mathematical Theory of Consciousness : frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2014.00577/full45:39 | Rapid Fire Questions
The Future of the Brain - Miguel Nicolelis, MD, PhD | The FitMind Podcast FitMind 2022-02-16 | Miguel Nicolelis, MD, PhD is a Brazilian neuroscientist and physician famous for his pioneering work in the field of brain-machine interface (BMI) technology.Dr. Nicolelis’s extensive research with brain-machine interfaces blurs the lines between real life and science fiction. In the episode, we discuss neuroprosthetics, monkeys controlling robots, brain-to-brain communication, and the key implications of these wild, futuristic technologies for us all.For the full list of FitMind Podcast episodes, visit fitmind.com/podcast.ABOUT FITMINDFitMind provides mental fitness training based on the latest neuroscience. We created a mobile app that teaches 50+ science-based methods adapted from various traditions (i.e., Loving-kindness, Stoicism, Yoga, Buddhism, Sufism, Taoism, Indo-Tibetan Bön, etc.). Check it out here: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingWebsite: fitmind.comPodcast: http://pod.link/fitmindInstagram: bit.ly/IGfitmindSHOW NOTES0:00 | Intro to Dr. Miguel Nicolelis2:56 | Monkeys Controlling Robots9:04 | Mirror Neurons & Brain-Machine Interface (BMI)11:53 | Advances & Applications of BMIs16:26 | BMIs for Parkinson’s Disease 20:54 | Upgrading the Human Mind?22:02 | Why Machines Will Never Think Like a Human28:30 | Brains are Changed by Digital Systems31:18 | Limitations of Computers35:50 | How Nature Shaped the Brain39:19 | We Only Experience a Sliver of Reality46:33 | Viruses of the Mind62:25 | Rapid Fire Questions
The Science of Spontaneity - Edward Slingerland, PhD | The FitMind Podcast FitMind 2022-01-18 | Edward Slingerland, PhD, is a Professor of Philosophy and Associate Member in the Asian Studies and Psychology Departments at the University of British Columbia. He's an expert on the cognitive science of ancient philosophies.On this episode, we discuss the science of ancient concepts like Wu Wei (”effortless action”), hot vs cold cognition, ways to alter consciousness, the paradox of trying not to try, and much more.For the full list of FitMind Podcast episodes, visit fitmind.com/podcast.ABOUT FITMINDFitMind provides mental fitness training based on the latest neuroscience. We created a mobile app that teaches 50+ science-based methods adapted from various traditions (i.e., Loving-kindness, Stoicism, Yoga, Buddhism, Sufism, Taoism, Indo-Tibetan Bön, etc.). Check it out here: bit.ly/fitmindtrainingWebsite: fitmind.comPodcast: http://pod.link/fitmindInstagram: bit.ly/IGfitmindSHOW NOTES0:00 | Intro to Edward Slingerland, PhD1:39 | Wu Wei & Flow State9:34 | Hot vs. Cold Cognition 13:45 | How to Get into State of Wu Wei17:35 | When to Not Use We Wei19:30 | Paradox of Trying Not to Try26:40 | Wu Wei in Daily Life30:10 | Microdosing Psychedelics32:28 | Alcohol and Ways to Alter Consciousness38:06 | How Much Effort is Needed to Become Effortless?40:00 | Rapid Fire Questions
