Estanislao Bachrach, biologist: "If we study the nervous system, we realize that for humans, the important thing is to survive, not to be happy"

A Ph.D. in Molecular Biology with a focus on neuroscience, Estanislao Bachrach emphasizes that "we are not a brain housed within a body, but a body that encompasses a brain," and that "sensations, although the most captivating aspect of our nervous system, remain the least understood (and inadequately studied)."

And that sensations, despite being the most captivating and intriguing aspect of our nervous system, remain poorly comprehended and frequently overlooked.

By using various exercises and methods, we can heighten our sensory abilities and gain a clearer understanding of what truly matters to us. This will enable us to make more informed decisions in life.

and that speak about our emotional state, how we're breathing, our body temperature, or the movements our internal organs are performing.

which does not act independently.

He believes that as people develop, they learn to understand and identify their emotions through various feelings, such as temperature and tension, without needing to label them; they simply know what they're experiencing.

In various aspects of our lives, such as our surroundings, physical presence, or ambient sounds, one can cultivate mindfulness by focusing on the thoughts that arise in that moment, rather than evaluating or criticizing them.

Mindfulness isn't a requirement, but it's an accessible tool that can be beneficial. "It's cost-free, widely available, and can directly improve our well-being. Do we find it a waste of time, too expensive, or not interesting? If so, there are other tools we can use. We can try activities like dancing or other physical exercises, or simply relax and experiment with breathing techniques."

Traditionally, the focus has been on the mind, analysis, logic, and thought processes - in other words, the rational aspect. I think it's largely due to the fact that until the 1990s, significantly more funding was allocated to research on the rational aspect than on emotions, which play a crucial role in our decision-making.

Breathing occurs constantly, yet usually remains unconsidered. Advances in technology have given us a clearer view of the impact of every aspect of breathing, including depth, method, and focus, on our nervous system, which it influences, either by relaxing or stimulating us. The key lies in becoming aware of this connection.

The book delves into the concept of breathing, explaining that even slight adjustments to our breathing can significantly impact our energy levels. This notion is based on scientific fact, rather than being a product of New Age ideology.