Future Directions in Meditation Research: Recommendations for Expanding the Field of Contemplative Science. The latest blog post from @ParapsychF Research Fellow Dr Carlos S Alvarado focuses on a new paper on meditation research published in @PLOSONE: https://t.co/EQXzWX5hfd https://t.co/IJf2Q5fArI
Future directions in meditation research: Recommendations for expanding the field of contemplative science.
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The discussions reflect a generally positive stance toward the paper, with examples like praises for the authors and mentions of mystical and extraordinary aspects such as telepathy and mystical experiences. The tone combines curiosity, support, and some skepticism, showing moderate engagement with the ideas and potential influence on future research directions.
Many discussions express support for the article, particularly in highlighting its recognition of complex phenomena like mystical and transpersonal experiences, indicating agreement with its expanded view of meditation research.
The discussions reveal active curiosity about unconventional aspects of meditation, including mystical states, telepathy, and extraordinary phenomena, showing high interest.
Comments include referencing the paper’s implications, questioning research validity, and reflecting on future directions, demonstrating thoughtful engagement but not deep theoretical critique.
Several posts emphasize the importance of broadening meditation research, suggesting the article could influence future studies, thus having a moderate perceived impact.
Abstract in brief
- Meditation research has mainly focused on its clinical benefits, brain and bodily responses, and individual emotional aspects, while neglecting more complex and rare experiences like group dynamics, mystical states, and extraordinary phenomena.
- Recently, a group of researchers and teachers created recommendations to explore these understudied aspects, aiming to deepen understanding of meditation's psychological and spiritual impacts, especially for beginners who may encounter unfamiliar or puzzling experiences.
- Surveys of meditators reveal that many do experience these unusual phenomena, and studying them scientifically could open new avenues for meditation research, offering insights into how these experiences contribute to personal growth and well-being.
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Most liked on X and Bluesky"mystical, transpersonal, or transcendent aspects of contemplative practices are not only epiphenomena, but could be important outcomes of meditation practice" - reflecting back on mystical Tuesday - what an amazing group of authors - https://t.co/TUbRQMzWuj #selftranscendence
@melodaysong First is from this paper: https://t.co/UD0jbM5oZ7 Second is a forthcoming essay of mine on psychedelics — hopefully next week!
https://t.co/ymCwwlq3gj
@0x49fa98 @BenWinegard Also, how much are we to trust studies in which over half of the respondents report experiencing "clairvoyance/telepathy" and "non-physical entities" with meditation? Not ordinary meditation, for sure. https://t.co/MHfzcywpAd https://t.co/nrL7FRi4PO
IONS Director of Research, Helané Wahbeh's article "Future directions in meditation research: Recommendations for expanding the field of contemplative science" is among the top 10% most cited @PLOSONE papers! https://t.co/UuxmWs2UWv #PLOSTopCited https://t.co/qN1vV7soLO
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@melodaysong First is from this paper: https://t.co/UD0jbM5oZ7 Second is a forthcoming essay of mine on psychedelics — hopefully next week!
IONS Director of Research, Helané Wahbeh's article "Future directions in meditation research: Recommendations for expanding the field of contemplative science" is among the top 10% most cited @PLOSONE papers! https://t.co/UuxmWs2UWv #PLOSTopCited https://t.co/qN1vV7soLO
Future directions in meditation research: Recommendations for expanding the field of contemplative science [Cassandra Vieten, Helané Wahbeh, PLoS One. 2018; 13(11): e0205740. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0205740] https://t.co/h6Gjz97AHJ https://t.co/xEJzhHq6K9
@0x49fa98 @BenWinegard Also, how much are we to trust studies in which over half of the respondents report experiencing "clairvoyance/telepathy" and "non-physical entities" with meditation? Not ordinary meditation, for sure. https://t.co/MHfzcywpAd https://t.co/nrL7FRi4PO
"mystical, transpersonal, or transcendent aspects of contemplative practices are not only epiphenomena, but could be important outcomes of meditation practice" - reflecting back on mystical Tuesday - what an amazing group of authors - https://t.co/TUbRQMzWuj #selftranscendence
Future directions in meditation research: Recommendations for expanding the field of contemplative science https://t.co/4VvAjp3vlM
Future directions in meditation research: Recommendations for expanding the field of contemplative science. https://t.co/DBannhewuZ
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Future Directions in Meditation Research: Recommendations for Expanding the Field of Contemplative Science. The latest blog post from @ParapsychF Research Fellow Dr Carlos S Alvarado focuses on a new paper on meditation research published in @PLOSONE: https://t.co/EQXzWX5hfd https://t.co/IJf2Q5fArI
https://t.co/ymCwwlq3gj