Mar 19, 2020
Meditating can change your mind - that's the opinion of some experts. Listen to this episode of 6 Minute English as Sam and Neil discuss the effects of meditating on your brain and teach you some useful English vocabulary along the way.
Question:
What is the meaning of the Tibetan word for ‘meditation’? Is it…
a) to relax
b) to feel blissful
c) to become familiar
[The answer is at the end of the programme.]
Vocabulary:
neuroscience
science concerning the workings of the nervous system and brain
compassion
attitude wishing everyone to be free from all physical and mental suffering
a flash of insight
a sudden moment of understanding something previously not understood; also known as an Aha! moment
neuroplasticity
the brain’s ability to restructure its neural, electrical pathways in response to purposeful activity
brain circuits
groups of interconnected neurons that perform a specific function when activated
enduring
lasting over a long period of time
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