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What’s stopping you from being truly happy and at peace? Could it be your wandering mind that constantly revisits painful thoughts and bad habits?

Break free from stress and anxiety

Scientists now have a name for the wandering mind—the default mode network (DMN), a barrier that can prevent you from enjoying life.

Sharpen your focus and concentration

Your DMN takes you away from the present moment and encourages you to ruminate on the past and future. This can lead to painful conditions—mental knots—like stress, anxiety, emotional pain, addiction, and depression.

Fortunately, you can break through this wall to the blissful peace in your core. Backed by scientific data, Break Through connects the medical and spiritual realms on a transformative journey of inner healing. With a holistic approach, you can master your default mode and rise to your best self.

Heal from emotional pain

Discover the secrets to health, happiness, and inner peace.

Improve your lifestyle

Open the door to new possibilities and reach your full potential.

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"Break Through is a fascinating, science-backed exploration of the default mode network (DMN), considered to be the actual location of ‘self’ in the brain. Understanding and healing our DMN is a promising way to tackle society’s mental health epidemic.” — Rick Doblin, PhD, Founder of MAPS

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CP9KLDRM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hosein Kouros-Mehr
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 30, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8989466504
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.64 x 9 inches
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Hosein Kouros-Mehr, MD, PhD is an author and physician-scientist who has spent over two decades in cancer research and drug development.

Thanks to his background, Hosein recognized the extraordinary ramifications of a recent scientific discovery: the default mode network (DMN), which encodes the human ego and influences our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Recognizing the profound impact of this breakthrough on self-understanding (both from clinical and personal experience), he wrote "Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive" to help readers master the DMN and live happier, more fulfilling lives.

Hosein is also the author of two futuristic novels, "Extinction 6" and "Project Bodi: Awaken the Power of Insight," that explore the inner workings of the mind. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and children.

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  • Gary C
    5.0 out of 5 stars An Insightful Journey
    Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2024
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    "Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive" offers a compelling and insightful journey into the intricacies of the human mind, particularly focusing on the default mode network (DMN). The book is an enriching blend of science and spirituality, presenting the DMN not just as a neurobiological entity, but as a pivotal factor influencing our mental health and overall wellbeing. Through a clear and accessible exploration, the author skillfully demystifies how our brain's default settings can lead to a plethora of mental health challenges, from stress and anxiety to addiction and depression. More importantly, it provides practical and holistic strategies to transcend these limitations. By harnessing the latest scientific research and integrating spiritual practices, "Break Through" empowers readers to engage in a transformative process of inner healing. It promises not only a deeper understanding of the self but also a practical guide to achieving lasting happiness and inner peace. For anyone looking to overcome the mental barriers that hinder personal growth and wellbeing, this book is a must-read, offering tools to unlock a healthier, happier, and more fulfilled life.
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  • Denise Galido
    5.0 out of 5 stars Combines diverse perspectives
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2024
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    The author's genuine intention in writing this book to help readers is evident, and the testimonies of those whose lives have been changed by it speak to its potential to make a difference. The book has the power to guide those in need toward healing and personal growth, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to break free from the constraints of the default mode network. It combines science, spirituality, and practical exercises for a well-rounded approach to well-being.
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  • Kelly S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Transformative guide
    Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2024
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    "Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive" is a transformative guide that explores the intricacies of the default mode network, offering practical insights to break free from habitual thinking patterns. The author delves into the psychology of the default mode, providing readers with actionable strategies to thrive in personal and professional spheres. The book combines scientific depth with accessible language, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking personal growth and a shift towards a more fulfilling life.
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  • Diane
    5.0 out of 5 stars Practical guide
    Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023
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    What I enjoyed about this book is that it's very practical. Things are explained in a way that makes logical sense. To be honest, I never really understood mindfulness or some of the beliefs out there. But when it's explained in a way that makes sense, it's much more easy to understand and believe in
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  • Maryam
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gem
    Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023
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    love the intersection of neuroscience + meditation + introspection! This is worth a read!
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  • Gordon A. Long
    5.0 out of 5 stars Serious self-help for life
    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024
    “Break Through” is a comprehensive pass through the emotional problems of humans, gathering together the solutions of the world’s religions and philosophies, and tying them all together with practical advice on how to apply these principles to live a happier, healthier and more enlightened life.

    The science sounds believable and the writer is creditable, but understanding the intricacies of the science is not what the reader wants. More important, the writer gives us a metaphor for the complex workings of the brain, and whether or not we understand it, we can act as if that representation were true, and guide our rehabilitation accordingly.

    The scientific villain of this philosophy is the Default Mode Network, roughly parallel to Freud’s ego. This self-preservation mechanism kept humans alive in their climb from the jungle. Now, it has become superfluous in our society but keeps trying to perform its function. This focus on fears and selfishness keeps us from living a balanced psychological and physical existence.

    The main thrust of the book is mindfulness: using our Default Mode to take charge of our thought processes so we don’t get sidetracked into emotional back alleys where negative thoughts belabour us. The main technique, which we see over and over again, is to take a step back and observe the negative thought objectively, without emotion. If we react with logic instead of emotion, we have a chance of putting negative thoughts to rest.

    In order to approach this technique, the author has identified eleven “knots,” or impediments to living a full life. He covers such factors as stress, addiction, PTSD, negativity, dishonesty, dissatisfaction, and poor lifestyle, just to name a few. In response, we learn how to nurture forgiveness, healthy living, resilience and several other key lifestyle assets.

    Be prepared for a slow, thoughtful experience. As you read, you can recognize each problem within yourself, often in ways you didn’t expect. This makes it hard to concentrate on the book, because your mind keeps wandering into the ideas the author stimulates.

    The pattern of each chapter is first a general description of a symptom or set of symptoms (sometimes rather self-evident ones), and then moving to a scientific description of what happens in your brain, along with historical/mythological references. (There is a lot going on in this book.) It then describes a mindfulness exercise, akin to prayer or meditation, that will help strengthen your resistance to this difficulty. It shows how to deal with the Default Mode Network, not to remove it, but to develop a healthy balance with it.

    A warning to readers. This is not “Meditation for Dummies.” There is no quick fix. Practice and commitment are continuing reminders in the text. The information is comprehensive: a gathering together of all the wisest advice for centuries, with application to the modern world. If anything, the book tries to do too much. Every chapter is worth a volume in itself.

    This book will especially appeal to those with realistic approach to the modern world, but also to those with ties to historical humanistic movements. It is more in tune with those of a spiritual bent, but also recommended for those with a more scientific frame of reference.

    Highly recommended for those seriously determined to improve their lives.
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  • Mr. M. J. Pallett
    5.0 out of 5 stars IT'S LIKE HOSEIN HOLDS YOUR HAND AND GUIDES YOU HOME
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 26, 2024
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    I was asked by Hosein to write an honest review following a private correspondence with him in which I raced about his work, which is included below:

    Hosein has produced a book that has, thus far, been a very well-researched and organised piece, as rich as it is coherent.

    I aim to learn a bit everyday and this is proving to be one of my favourite pieces of healing work, combining views from various scientific disciplines that, ultimately, lead us back to ourselves.
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  • mrs mollie e harmer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in Australia on August 2, 2024
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    Educational, well written, thanks
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