The Wim Hof method (WHM) is a multi-disciplinary approach to physical and mental well-being combining cold exposure, breathing exercises, and meditation. This study evaluated the effects of a 15 days WHM intervention on cardiovascular parameters at rest and during a cold pressor test (CPT), as well as on various psychological parameters. Forty two participants were randomized into an...
Integrated Information Theory (IIT) is currently one of the most influential scientific theories of consciousness. Here, we focus specifically on a metaphysical aspect of the theory's most recent version (IIT 4.0), what we may call its idealistic ontology, and its tension with a kind of realism about the external world that IIT also endorses. IIT 4.0 openly rejects the mainstream view that...
Considerable evidence supports the role of present-moment attention, a central feature of mindfulness, in subjective wellbeing maintenance and enhancement. Yet it is not clear why such a relation exists. This study examined the genetic and environmental contributions of present-moment attention to subjective wellbeing. Consistent with the "generalist genes hypothesis" and prior evidence, we...
This conclusion speaks to the role contemplative art and creativity play in accessing the imagination necessary to co-create more liberatory worlds. Drawing on inspiration that visionary fiction is providing many social movement leaders, this chapter argues that embodied practices can generate the creativity necessary for “world-building.” Contemplative art practices help connect students to...
This chapter outlines the prominent criticisms of using contemplative and mindfulness practices, and argues for why these concerns, while valid, are particularly relevant for Anti-Oppression courses. Specifically, the chapter addresses cultural appropriation, spiritual bypassing, accessibility and adaptations of mindful and somatic practices, and the debate over whether contemplative practices...
Mathematicians are by trade predisposed to be open-minded and to consider the alternatives to the underlying axioms of a widely accepted theory. This is one of the reasons why they are disproportionately represented in the broad mystic realm. Moreover, they are aware of the philosophical and mathematical perils of non-critical acceptance of claims widely accepted as obvious or evident....
Satvavajay is an important Chikitsa to prevent and treat psychological diseases by avoiding unwholesome physical, psychological and verbal acts. Dhyana is a scientific technique of prolonged attention with awareness of mind as per Yoga. Ayurveda is a health science deals with the preventive and therapeutic knowledge to preserve longevity of healthy life. Guidelines in Ayurveda to prevent all...
Abstract Mental health and psychological distress are rising in adults, showing the importance of wellbeing promotion, support, and technique practice that is effective and accessible. Interactive social robots have been tested to deliver health programs but have not been explored to deliver wellbeing technique training in detail. A pilot randomised controlled trial was conducted to explore the...
In philosophy, intentionality involves directedness, aboutness, or reference of mental states. It seems to have intense connections with mental representation, consciousness, as well as evolutionary selected functions. Naturalizing intentionality, in terms of tracking or functional roles, is one of the most important goals in philosophy of mind. Such what-matters models would be useful,...
Abstract Objective Treatment for anorexia nervosa (AN) remains challenging; there are no approved psychopharmacological interventions and psychotherapeutic strategies have variable efficacy. The investigation of evidence‐based treatments has so far been compounded by an underdeveloped understanding into the neurobiological changes associated with the acute stages of AN. There is converging...