Mindfulness and Science Converge at Dartmouth

The symposium will feature talks by monastics and scientists, reflecting on how mindfulness can foster creativity and resilience while addressing global challenges. **Diane Gilbert-Diamond**, a professor of epidemiology, medicine, and pediatrics, played a key role in planning the symposium and emphasizes the importance of exploring the humanity of scientists. The event is open to all community members, with fee waivers available to Dartmouth students through the **Student Wellness Office**. [[jon-kabat-zinn|Jon Kabat-Zinn]] will deliver a keynote address on the benefits of mindfulness-based stress reduction. The symposium will also explore the potential of mindfulness to promote **well-being** and **resilience** in the face of global challenges.

• The convergence of mindfulness and science at Dartmouth has the potential to promote well-being and resilience in the scientific community
• The event is an opportunity for scientists and mindfulness practitioners to come together and explore the potential of mindfulness to enhance scientific inquiry
• The integration of mindfulness and scientific inquiry may be seen as a distraction from the core goals of scientific research
• The event is part of the Mindful Dartmouth Initiative, which aims to promote mindfulness and well-being across the campus community
• Jon Kabat-Zinn will deliver a keynote address on the benefits of mindfulness-based stress reduction

The convergence of mindfulness and science at Dartmouth is an interesting development, with potential benefits for both the scientific community and the general public. The **Mindful Dartmouth Initiative** aims to promote mindfulness and well-being across the campus community, and this event is a key part of that effort. While the benefits of mindfulness are well-documented, it remains to be seen how effectively these practices can be integrated into scientific inquiry. The symposium will provide a valuable opportunity for scientists and mindfulness practitioners to explore the potential of mindfulness to enhance scientific inquiry, and to discuss the challenges and opportunities of integrating these practices into scientific research. [[science-and-mindfulness|Science and mindfulness]] is a complex and multifaceted field, and this event is an important step forward in exploring the potential of mindfulness to promote **well-being** and **resilience** in the scientific community.

This event has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach scientific inquiry, by integrating mindfulness practices that can foster creativity, resilience, and well-being. **Jon Kabat-Zinn**'s keynote address will provide valuable insights into the benefits of mindfulness-based stress reduction, and the **Plum Village tradition** will offer a unique perspective on the intersection of mindfulness and scientific inquiry. The collaboration between the **Geisel School of Medicine** and the **Deer Park Monastery** is a significant step forward in promoting mindfulness and well-being in the scientific community. [[mindfulness-in-science|Mindfulness in science]] is a growing field, and this event is an exciting opportunity for scientists and mindfulness practitioners to come together and explore the potential of mindfulness to enhance scientific inquiry.

The integration of mindfulness and scientific inquiry may be seen as a distraction from the core goals of scientific research, and some may question the relevance of mindfulness practices to the scientific method. Additionally, the emphasis on mindfulness may be seen as a luxury that scientists cannot afford, given the pressing global challenges that require their attention. However, the **Deer Park Monastery** and the **Thich Nhat Hanh Center for Mindfulness in Public Health** are well-established institutions with a deep understanding of the benefits of mindfulness, and their collaboration with the **Geisel School of Medicine** is a significant step forward in promoting mindfulness and well-being in the scientific community. [[mindfulness-criticism|Criticism of mindfulness]] is not uncommon, but this event provides an opportunity for scientists and mindfulness practitioners to come together and explore the potential of mindfulness to enhance scientific inquiry.

Originally reported by Dartmouth