Altered Traits
A book by Goldman and Davidson that explores how meditation changes the mind, brain, and body, relevant to states mimicking slow-wave sleep.
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Videos Mentioning Altered Traits
182 - Psychedelics & Recreational Drugs
Peter Attia MD
A book mentioned by the host for its distinction between drugs that only alter a 'state' versus those that have the potential to alter a 'trait' (how one behaves off the drug).
#72 – Dan Harris: 10% happier – meditation, kindness, and compassion
Peter Attia MD
Book by Daniel Goleman and Richard J. Davidson that explains meditation's impact on developing lasting 'traits' rather than temporary 'states'.
How to Control Your Metabolism by Thyroid & Growth Hormone
Andrew Huberman
A book by Goleman and Davidson presenting science on how meditation changes mind, brain, and body, including trait changes and accessing slow-wave sleep-like brain states beneficial for growth hormone release.
Dr Peter Attia vs Tim Ferriss | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A book mentioned by Peter Attia that clarifies the concept of meditation as cultivating 'altered traits' (long-term changes) rather than just 'altered states' (temporary experiences).
How to Control Your Metabolism by Thyroid & Growth Hormone | Huberman Lab Essentials
Andrew Huberman
A book by Goldman and Davidson that explores how meditation changes the mind, brain, and body, relevant to states mimicking slow-wave sleep.
Science-Based Meditation Tools to Improve Your Brain & Health | Dr. Richard Davidson
Andrew Huberman
A book co-authored by Richard Davidson and Dániel Goleman, exploring how meditation can permanently change the brain.