{"product_id":"a-calm-brain-isbn-9780142196861","title":"A Calm Brain","description":"\u003cb\u003eIn a world filled with too many choices, oppressive technology, and relentlessly overbooked schedules—how do we achieve the calm we so desperately need? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur ancestors used the fight-or-flight mechanism to protect themselves from predators. Today, we use it to fend off daily crises. The result is chronic stress and a learned inability to be calm which, in turn, makes it impossible for us to perform at our peak.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow, Dr. Gayatri Devi shows how we can cultivate empowering, enduring calm by tapping into our body’s vagus nerve—and utilize our hardwired, natural relaxation system. If you are suffering from migraines, neck pain, gastrointestinal upsets, sleeps deprivation—or are just trying to work through life’s difficulties—Dr. Devi shows that you don’t need more drugs, you need A Calm Brain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“For anyone who wants to take charge of the 21st century while remaining calm, focused, and productive—this is the book for you.”\u003cbr\u003e—Henry S. Lodge, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eYounger Next Year\u003c\/i\u003e\"A welcome alternative approach to overtaxing our brains and then reaching for the pill bottle—should warrant serious attention.\"—\u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eA Calm Brain\u003c\/i\u003e brings the power of cutting edge neuroscience to everyday life. For anyone who wants to take charge of the 21st century while remaining calm, focused and productive - this is the book for you”—Henry S. Lodge M.D., author of \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller \u003ci\u003eYounger Next Year\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A Calm Brain\u003c\/i\u003e shows readers why the brain craves calm, and how this will improve your health and happiness.  Blending stories, science, and practical advice, it offers a path to a calmer life.”—Paul J. Zak, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Moral Molecule\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Dr. Devi explores the brain of tranquility in this wonderful book filled with practical ideas that can bring composure to our mind and body in the rush of our daily turbulent and multitasking lives.”—Kevin Nelson M.D., author of \u003ci\u003eThe Spiritual Doorway in the Brain\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Simple and powerful techniques for breaking the vicious cycle of stress and poor health. Grounded in the best science, this is a wonderful prescription for leading happier and more productive lives.” —P. Murali Doraiswamy M.D., Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Mental Fitness Lab, Duke University\u003cb\u003eGayatri Devi, M.D.\u003c\/b\u003e, is a neurologist, the Director of the New York Memory Services, and a Clinical Associate Professor at the New York University School of Medicine. She lives in Manhattan.","brand":"Plume","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300918218981,"sku":"NP9780142196861","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780142196861.jpg?v=1767720328","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/a-calm-brain-isbn-9780142196861","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}