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Default Mode Network

Default Mode Network

Default Mode Network refers to the brain's neural network responsible for mind-wandering and self-referential thoughts. Meditation can help deactivate this network, reducing stress and obsessive thinking.

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A Simple Way To Change A Bad Habit

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You're Already Awesome – Just Get Out of Your Own Way!

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Your Brain: Letting Go Of Unwanted Thoughts & Feelings

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Anapanasati: Ancient Breath Meditation

Josh Korda

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Anchoring In Your Mind

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Your Brain: How To Calm The Mind

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Live Talk: Our Brain: Unlocking Our True Selves

Karolien Notebaert

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Depression Connected to a Critical Default Mode Network #13

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Robert Wright: Why (Science Says) Buddhism Is True

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Discussion On Gratitude

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Why You Should Never Take Things Personally

Jac O’Keeffe

4.7guided•20 min

Calm Your Busy Mind

Christoph Spiessens

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Managing Overwhelm

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How Meditation Changes The Brain

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Calm & Centered: Steady Yourself In Stressful Moments

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Mirror

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On-Task/Off-Task

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Default Mode Network

Default Mode Network

Default Mode Network refers to the brain's neural network responsible for mind-wandering and self-referential thoughts. Meditation can help deactivate this network, reducing stress and obsessive thinking.

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