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Presence and the brain: why does the mere presence of others alter our internal state?
Rappelez-vous ce moment très simple. Vous arrivez dans un lieu silencieux, un peu vide, dont vous ne savez pas encore s’il est réellement occupé ou non. Presque immédiatement, une question domine votre esprit : y a-t-il quelqu’un d’autre ici, ou suis-je seul ?
drissboussaoud
3 days ago8 min read
Mindfulness meditation: calming the brain through presence
Mindfulness meditation is often presented as a simple way to reduce stress and calm the mind. Yet, behind this seemingly silent practice lies something much deeper: a transformation of how we inhabit the present, how we feel our bodies, and even how we relate to others. Long associated with well-being or contemplative traditions, mindfulness is now the subject of entensive neuroscience research. This research shows that meditation can alter attention, emotional regulation, th
drissboussaoud
3 days ago4 min read
What is Polyvagal Theory, and what are its limitations?
Why do some situations soothe us almost immediately, while others trigger stress, panic, tension, or withdrawal? Why can the presence of a reassuring person sometimes calm the body, while an environment perceived as threatening is enough to put us on high alert?
drissboussaoud
Apr 87 min read
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