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Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon's Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets ofthe Heart,New
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The awardwinning New York Times bestseller about the extraordinary things that can happen when we harness the power of both the brain and the heartGrowing up in the high desert of California, Jim Doty was poor, with an alcoholic father and a mother chronically depressed and paralyzed by a stroke. Today he is the director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE) at Stanford University, of which the Dalai Lama is a founding benefactor. But back then his life was at a dead end until at twelve he wandered into a magic shop looking for a plastic thumb. Instead he met Ruth, a woman who taught him a series of exercises to ease his own suffering and manifest his greatest desires. Her final mandate was that he keep his heart open and teach these techniques to others. She gave him his first glimpse of the unique relationship between the brain and the heart.Doty would go on to put Ruths practices to work with extraordinary resultspower and wealth that he could only imagine as a twelveyearold, riding his orange StingRay bike. But he neglects Ruths most important lesson, to keep his heart open, with disastrous resultsuntil he has the opportunity to make a spectacular charitable contribution that will virtually ruin him. Part memoir, part science, part inspiration, and part practical instruction, Into the Magic Shop shows us how we can fundamentally change our lives by first changing our brains and our hearts.The cover design is intentional, its called a stepback .
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Into the Magic Shop'? A: The main theme of 'Into the Magic Shop' is the exploration of the connection between the brain and the heart, illustrating how harnessing both can lead to personal transformation and healing.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Into the Magic Shop' is James R. Doty, MD, who is a neurosurgeon and the director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education at Stanford University.
- Q: Is 'Into the Magic Shop' a memoir or a self-help book? A: 'Into the Magic Shop' is a blend of memoir, science, inspiration, and practical instruction, offering personal insights alongside scientific explanations.
- Q: What kind of exercises does the book discuss? A: The book discusses exercises that focus on mindfulness, compassion, and visualization that can help individuals ease their suffering and achieve their goals.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: 'Into the Magic Shop' is suitable for adults and young adults, particularly those interested in personal development, neuroscience, and self-improvement.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Into the Magic Shop' has a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: 'Into the Magic Shop' was published on February 14, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: 'Into the Magic Shop' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Are there any special features in this edition? A: This edition of 'Into the Magic Shop' does not have any specific features listed, but it includes the author's personal stories and practical lessons.
- Q: What can readers expect to gain from reading this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the interplay between the brain and heart, learn practical techniques for self-improvement, and experience an inspiring personal story.