Book Summary:
The Relaxation Response is a groundbreaking book that introduced a simple, scientifically-backed method for reducing stress and promoting physical and mental well-being. Written by Dr. Herbert Benson, a Harvard-trained cardiologist, along with journalist Miriam Z. Klipper, the book explains how the body's natural ability to counteract stress—the "relaxation response"—can be activated through techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, and repetition of a calming word or phrase. Benson presents evidence showing how this response lowers blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen consumption, and he offers a practical, secular approach to achieving these benefits without relying on religious or spiritual belief systems. The book helped bridge the gap between Western medicine and Eastern practices like meditation, making them more accessible to the general public.
About the Authors
Dr. Herbert Benson (1935–2022) was a prominent American cardiologist, researcher, and pioneer in mind-body medicine. He served as the founding director of the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and was a professor at Harvard Medical School. His work was instrumental in establishing the scientific legitimacy of meditation and stress reduction techniques within mainstream medicine.
Miriam Z. Klipper is a journalist and editor who collaborated with Benson to present his research in a clear and accessible manner, helping to bring his message to a wider audience through her writing expertise.
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