"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

The self-transforming brain -- The evolution of suffering -- The first and second dart -- Taking in the good -- Cooling the fires -- Strong intentions -- Equanimity -- Two wolves in the heart -- Compassion and assertion -- Boundless kindness -- Foundations of mindfulness -- Blissful concentration -- Relaxing the self