Many mammals physically pivot their ears to hone in on a particular sound, and now it seems that a similar action takes place ...

Scientists have spent 14 years scanning the brain of a buddhist monk. Their findings suggest daily meditation could help protect the brain from aging. Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche was born in Nubri, a ...

According to a recent study conducted over the course of 18 years, meditation slows aging in the brain. Here are the findings on why you should start today. If you haven’t picked up meditation, now is ...

A 41-year-old Tibetan Buddhist monk has a brain that looks like he's just 33. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. While there's no ...

Social distancing and "shelter-in-place" mandates can make life during a pandemic seem monastic. Has COVID-19 and the subsequent "stay-at-home" advisories made you feel like a monk? If so, this period ...

During sleep, the brain must achieve a delicate balance: disconnecting from sensory input to allow restorative functions, while remaining alert enough to wake if danger arises. How does it sort ...