Rick Hanson Books
Dr. Rick Hanson is a neuropsychologist, meditation teacher and a senior fellow at the Greater Good Science Center of the University of California, Berkeley. Hanson’s previous book, Hardwiring Happiness, is a best seller, and has been translated into 14 languages.
Buddha’s Brain
What's Buddha’s Brain about?
Buddha’s Brain is a practical guide to attaining more happiness, love and wisdom in life. It aims to empower readers by providing them with practical skills and tools to help unlock their brains’ potential and achieve greater peace of mind. Specific attention is paid to the contemplative technique “mindfulness” and the latest neurological findings that support it.
Who should read Buddha’s Brain?
- Psychology students who are interested in meditation but still want information grounded in scientific fact
- Anyone who wants to learn how to live a stress-free and happy life
- Anyone who wants to know both the theory behind meditation and its practical application in their everyday lives.
Hardwiring Happiness
What's Hardwiring Happiness about?
Hardwiring Happiness (2013) isn’t just another self-help book singing the praises of positive thinking. It presents the latest research behind the neuroscience of happiness and explains how you can reprogram your brain to focus on the good, rather than obsessing over the bad.
Who should read Hardwiring Happiness?
- People who tend to focus on the negative
- Optimists who want to find more effective ways of thinking positively
- Students of neuroscience and biology
Resilient
What's Resilient about?
Resilient (2018) is a practical guide on how to cultivate your inner strengths and develop qualities like compassion, confidence, and grit. Through simple techniques and concrete examples, it explains the ways you can harness your brain’s resources to cope with stress and anxiety – and find the motivation to follow your dreams.
Who should read Resilient?
- Pursuers of happiness looking for guidance on personal growth
- Life explorers who want to discover their inner strengths
- Travelers on difficult paths who are in need of encouragement
Neurodharma
What's Neurodharma about?
Neurodharma (2020) offers a road map for achieving true happiness and fulfillment. Drawing on the ancient practices of Buddhism and modern neuroscience, author Rick Hanson outlines seven ways of being that can help you be more calm, compassionate, and present in the moment. He also gives practical tips and strategies for how to use meditation to improve overall well-being and effectiveness.
Who should read Neurodharma?
- Anyone wanting to cultivate inner peace and tranquility
- Meditators seeking to expand their practice
- People curious about the neurology behind our thoughts and emotions
Making Great Relationships
What's Making Great Relationships about?
Making Great Relationships (2023) is a practical guide to building nourishing, healthy, communicative relationships. It shares simple strategies designed to troubleshoot conflict and break unhealthy cycles, as well as best practices for deepening and strengthening positive relationships.
Who should read Making Great Relationships?
- Couples who feel stuck in an unproductive relationship dynamic
- Friends who feel their needs aren’t met by their social circle
- Colleagues whose interactions are marked by conflict and poor communication
What's Buddha's Brain about?
Buddha's Brain explores the intersection of neuroscience and mindfulness, offering insights and practical exercises to rewire your brain for happiness, love, and wisdom. Drawing on the teachings of Buddhism and the latest research in neuroscience, Rick Hanson provides a clear and accessible guide to cultivating inner peace and resilience.
Who should read Buddha's Brain?
Individuals seeking to understand the science behind mindfulness and meditation
People looking to improve their mental well-being and emotional resilience
Readers interested in practical techniques for rewiring their brain for happiness and inner peace