Deep rest: An integrative model of how contemplative practices combat stress and enhance the body's restorative capacity.

Alexandra D Crosswell, Stefanie E Mayer, Lauren N Whitehurst, Martin Picard, Sheyda Zebarjadian, Elissa S Epel

January 2024 Psychol Rev

Synopsis of Social media discussions

The discussions reflect strong interest and some agreement with the article, with examples like references to neurobiological pathways, mitochondrial links, and stress reduction. The tone varies from supportive comments to curiosity about physiological mechanisms, showing deeper engagement and recognition of potential health impacts.

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Agreement
 Moderate agreement

Most discussions express support or interest in the model, endorsing its concepts of deep rest and physiological effects.

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Interest
 High level of interest

Posts demonstrate high curiosity, mentioning testable hypotheses and connections like mitochondria linking mind and biology.

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Engagement
 High engagement

Many users reference specific mechanisms, such as nervous system changes and cellular effects, indicating deep engagement.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

Several posts highlight the potential for these practices to influence health and stress management, suggesting moderate perceived impact.

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YouTube

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Bluesky

1 Posts

Twitter

23 Posts

Blogs

2 Articles

News

9 Articles

Metrics

Video Views

318

Total Likes

82

Extended Reach

116,684

Social Features

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Abstract Synopsis

  • Contemplative practices like meditation, yoga, and prayer improve both psychological and physical health by engaging specific psychological and biological pathways.
  • Current research lacks consensus on the precise physiological mechanisms behind these benefits.
  • The article proposes a biopsychosocial model explaining that these practices induce a "deep rest" state that promotes cellular optimization and reduces stress.