Editorial: Neurophysiology of Silence: Neuroscientific, Psychological, Educational and Contemplative Perspectives

Ben‐Soussan, Tal Dotan; Srinivasan, Narayanan; Glicksohn, Joseph; Béziau, Jean-Yves; Carducci, F.; Berkovich‐Ohana, Aviva

doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2021.675614

Cited by 7 publications

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“…Additionally, given the aforementioned role of neuronal noise in “identity confusion” ( Sugimura et al, 2021 ) and the lack of it in feelings of identity consistency and integration, future studies should also explore possible parallels between phenomenological and electrophysiological silence, which is a very common feature in meditative practices (for empirical and theoretical contributions to neural, psychological, and contemplative correlates of silence, see Ben-Soussan et al, 2021 ).…”

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Tackling the Electro-Topography of the Selves Through the Sphere Model of Consciousness

Paoletti¹,

Leshem

Pellegrino³

et al. 2022

Front. Psychol.

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In the current hypothesis paper, we propose a novel examination of consciousness and self-awareness through the neuro-phenomenological theoretical model known as the Sphere Model of Consciousness (SMC). Our aim is to create a practical instrument to address several methodological issues in consciousness research. We present a preliminary attempt to validate the SMC via a simplified electrophysiological topographic map of the Self. This map depicts the gradual shift from faster to slower frequency bands that appears to mirror the dynamic between the various SMC states of Self. In order to explore our hypothesis that the SMC’s different states of Self correspond to specific frequency bands, we present a mini-review of studies examining the electrophysiological activity that occurs within the different states of Self and in the context of specific meditation types. The theoretical argument presented here is that the SMC’s hierarchical organization of three states of the Self mirrors the hierarchical organization of Focused Attention, Open Monitoring, and Non-Dual meditation types. This is followed by testable predictions and potential applications of the SMC and the hypotheses derived from it. To our knowledge, this is the first integrated electrophysiological account that combines types of Self and meditation practices. We suggest this electro-topographic framework of the Selves enables easier, clearer conceptualization of the connections between meditation types as well as increased understanding of wakefulness states and altered states of consciousness.

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Tackling the Electro-Topography of the Selves Through the Sphere Model of Consciousness

Paoletti¹,

Leshem

Pellegrino³

et al. 2022

Front. Psychol.

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“…These observed effects might be attributed to the alterations induced by meditation on autonomic nervous system activity, characterized by an increase in ventral vagal tone and a decrease in adrenergic activity [ 61 , 62 ]. It is noteworthy that autonomic dysregulation, often associated with certain psychiatric disorders, has been linked to dyslipidemia, evidenced by elevated triglyceride levels and, to a lesser extent, altered cholesterolemia [ 63 ].…”

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Effects of Static Meditation Practice on Blood Lipid Levels: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Antonelli,

Donelli,

Gurgoglione

et al. 2024

Healthcare

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This review aims to delineate the potential impact of static meditation practice on cholesterol and triglyceride levels. PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar were systematically screened up until December 2023 to identify pertinent studies. After searching the scientific literature, 16 clinical studies (11 trials and 5 observational experiments) met the criteria for inclusion, involving a total of 1147 participants. In general, Ayurvedic-based meditation techniques were predominantly associated with lower total cholesterol levels, mindfulness-based techniques demonstrated benefits in both total cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and Eastern meditation techniques with spiritual origins were primarily linked to improved serum concentrations of HDL cholesterol. Study participants mostly engaged in meditation on a daily basis, often practicing it once or even twice a day, spanning a duration ranging from a few weeks to several months. The meta-analysis shows an association between meditation practice in healthy or sub-healthy adults and reduced cholesterol levels, with an average decrease of approximately −14 mg/dL (MD = −13.91 [−23.35; −4.47] mg/dL; p = 0.02), alongside favorable and even more pronounced impacts on triglyceride levels (MD = −32.56 [−48.44; −16.68] mg/dL; p < 0.01). In summary, regular engagement in static meditation practices can be associated with lower triglyceride and, to a lesser extent, cholesterol levels. Further studies on the topic are recommended to better investigate the relationship between meditation practice and physiological parameters.

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“…We similarly address this topic through the lens of space and self. The concept of silence is a prerequisite to engage with what is represented from this dynamic [ 2 ]. There is also the concept of dual aspect monism [ 3 ], which states that the mental and physical are two aspects of one undivided reality that is psychophysically neutral.…”

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Embodying Consciousness through Interoception and a Balanced Time Perspective

Klamut

Weissenberger

2023

Brain Sciences

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This review presents current research and scientific knowledge in body mind sciences through the lens of interoception, as a representative of the body; and time perspective, as the representative of the mind. This intertwining dichotomy has been a subject of discourse in many fields, all having the common denominator of consciousness. Our aim is to expand on the congruities of these seemingly deconstructed worlds-of science and philosophy, of the body and the mind, to show that the place of consciousness lies in the zone between these two. Being aware of the body in the present moment. We introduce interoception and time perspective, focusing on how interoceptive signals are depicted in autonomic nervous system (ANS) regulation, and how this relates to the concept of a balanced time perspective (BTP), a highly adaptive psychological characteristic. Time perspective and interoception are also reviewed in the case of clinical conditions. We assess findings on interoceptive pathways in the body, finding convergence with balanced time perspective through the neuroanatomical lens. We conclude with findings that both dysregulated interoceptive states and a time perspective disbalance are recognized as defining features of mental disorders, proposing prospective practical therapeutic approaches, as well as implications for further research in the field.

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Editorial: Neurophysiology of Silence: Neuroscientific, Psychological, Educational and Contemplative Perspectives

Cited by 7 publications

References 8 publications

Tackling the Electro-Topography of the Selves Through the Sphere Model of Consciousness

Tackling the Electro-Topography of the Selves Through the Sphere Model of Consciousness

Effects of Static Meditation Practice on Blood Lipid Levels: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Embodying Consciousness through Interoception and a Balanced Time Perspective

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