Essays about: "Meditation"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 79 essays containing the word Meditation.

  1. 11. How Does it Feel to be Connected with Nature? A Qualitative Study of Meditation Practitioners in Sweden.

    University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

    Author : Romane Louise Aurélie Yang; [2023]
    Keywords : meditation; connectedness with nature; mindfulness; human-nature relationship; Buddhism; Sweden; sustainability science; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : For the past centuries, human-nature relationships have deteriorated into a drastic disconnection, characterized by a lack of compassion for nature and insufficient action for mitigating environmental degradation. This study investigates connectedness with nature (CWN) among regular meditation practitioners. READ MORE

  3. 12. Neural and Psychological Effects of Compassion Training: A Systematic Review

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Agnieszka Chrystowska; [2022]
    Keywords : compassion; meditation; mental training; neuroimaging;

    Abstract : Compassion is an affective state and comprises recognition of the suffering of others and a motivation to help them. Studies have indicated that compassion is trainable and compassion training based on contemplative practice has beneficial effects on well-being. READ MORE

  4. 13. Neuroplasticity induced bymeditation practices : A systematic review

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Gergana Doinova; [2022]
    Keywords : meditation; neuroplasticity; fMRI; MRI; wellbeing;

    Abstract : Meditation has in recent decades received attention mainly for its health benefits in western society, not least in the field of neuroscience. Researchers are frequently exploring the link between plasticity in the brain, and the practice of meditation. READ MORE

  5. 14. Fos Contemplative Role of (day)light in creating a calming interior spatial atmosphere.

    University essay from KTH/Ljusdesign

    Author : Maria Zoi Chantzopoulou; [2022]
    Keywords : introspection; ambience; perception; daylight;

    Abstract : This thesis explores the light qualities that generally imbue a contemplative and calming atmosphere andin what extent these qualities can be adjusted and applied in an existing indoor space. Starting point of thethesis are the vigorous pace of everyday life and the necessity of temporary breaks for internal calmnessand contemplation. READ MORE

  6. 15. Lágin - A writer’s retreat in the Icelandic countryside

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Þórbergur Friðriksson; [2022]
    Keywords : Writers retreat; writer; retreat; residency; rammed earth; yoga; meditation; Iceland; nature;

    Abstract : Lágin (pron. laoyin)  is an old Icelandic word I came across in my great grandfather’s writings. Lágin translates to a dip in the landscape but in regards to my project, Lágin is the name of a writers retreat I've designed by the farmstead Hali in Suðursveit, Iceland. READ MORE