The self-transforming brain -- Part one: The causes of suffering. The evolution of suffering ; The first and second dart -- Part two: Happiness. Taking in the good ; Cooling the fires ; Strong intentions ; Equanimity -- Part three: Love. Two wolves in the heart ; Compassion and assertion ; Boundless kindness -- Part four: Wisdom. Foundations of mindfulness ; Blissful concentration ; Relaxing the self -- Appendix: Nutritional neurochemistry / by Jan Hanson, L. Ac

"The Buddha and other great teachers were born with brains built essentially like anyone else's--and then they changed their brains in ways that changed the world. Science is now revealing how the flow of thoughts actually sculpts the brain. By combining breakthroughs in neuroscience with insights from thousands of years of contemplative practice, you, too, can use your mind to shape your brain for greater happiness, love, and wisdom."--Back cover