Rick Hanson, PhD, a neuropsychologist and meditation teacher, is founder of the Wellspring Institute for Neuroscience and Contemplative Wisdom in San Rafael, California. He also is author of the best-selling Buddha’s Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love & Wisdom. His work has been featured on the BBC and NPR.
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