The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life by Jebelli, Joseph
The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life by Jebelli, Joseph

The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life

From Joseph Jebelli, PhD, neuroscientist and author of In Pursuit of Memory, a narrative exploration of the...
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Author: Joseph Jebelli
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Language: English
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The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life by Jebelli, Joseph

The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life

$82.83
The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life by Jebelli, Joseph

The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life

$82.83
Author: Joseph Jebelli
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description
From Joseph Jebelli, PhD, neuroscientist and author of In Pursuit of Memory, a narrative exploration of the science of doing nothing and its benefits for the brain and body

We are constantly told to make the most of our time. Work harder, with more focus. Stop procrastinating. Optimize. To be happy, creative, and successful requires discipline. The most important thing is to be efficient with every precious hour.

But what if all that advice was wrong, and letting the brain rest, and the mind wander, could improve our lives? Dr. Joseph Jebelli proves this surprising and fascinating point in The Brain at Rest, blending science and personal stories with practical tips about using the brain's "default network," which turns itself on when we turn off the constant need to always do and achieve. By activating our default network through long walks, baths, and spending time in nature, we can all be more content, less stressed, and actually more productive.

Perfect for anyone interested in science and creativity, or anyone feeling overwhelmed in their day-to-day lives, The Brain at Rest is a deeply researched and entertaining antidote to overwork and burnout, showing readers the way to happier, healthier, and more balanced lives.

Author: Joseph Jebelli
Publisher: Dutton
Published: 06/24/2025
Pages: 288
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780593474648

About the Author
Dr. Joseph Jebelli received a PhD in neuroscience from University College London, then worked as a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Washington. He has written two books, How the Mind Changed and In Pursuit of Memory, which was shortlisted for the Royal Society Trivedi Science Book Prize and longlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize. He lives in London.
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