Jesus Moses Mohammed Gandhi & the Buddha all had brains built essentially like anyone else's yet they were able to harness their thoughts & shape their patterns of thinking in ways that changed history With new breakthroughs in modern neuroscience & the wisdom of thousands of years of contemplative practice it is possible for us to shape our own thoughts in a similar way for greater happiness love compassion & wisdom Buddha's Brain joins the forces of modern neuroscience with ancient contemplative teachings to show readers how they can work toward greater emotional well-being healthier relationships more effective actions & deepened religious & spiritual understanding This book will explain how the core elements of both psychological well-being & religious or spiritual life-virtue mindfulness & wisdom-are based in the core functions of the brain regulating learning & valuing Readers will also learn practical ways to apply this information as the book offers many exercises they can do to tap the unused potential of the brain & rewire it over time for greater peace & well-being