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Matthieu Ricard is a Buddhist monk, translator for the Dalai Lama, and author of several works on meditation, compassion, and the science of happiness. Born in France, he studied molecular biology before dedicating his life to spirituality and research on altruism.
Known for: Altruism: The Power of Compassion to Change Yourself and the World
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Altruism: The Power of Compassion to Change Yourself and the World
In this book, Matthieu Ricard explores altruism as a vital force for transforming both society and oneself. Drawing on research in psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy, he demonstrates that compassion and empathy can be cultivated and serve as pragmatic responses to contemporary challenges such as inequality, climate change, and collective well-being.
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The Nature of Altruism
In the beginning, we must clarify what altruism truly means. The term is simple, yet easily misunderstood. Many believe altruism opposes self-interest, as if caring for others necessarily means neglecting oneself. But I ask: can your well-being truly be independent from that of others? The distincti...
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Scientific Foundations
One of the most encouraging discoveries of contemporary science is that altruism is not fixed—it can be developed. When I collaborated with neuroscientists like Tania Singer and Richard Davidson, we found empirical evidence that compassion meditation actually changes the brain. Regions associated wi...
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About Matthieu Ricard
Matthieu Ricard is a Buddhist monk, translator for the Dalai Lama, and author of several works on meditation, compassion, and the science of happiness. Born in France, he studied molecular biology before dedicating his life to spirituality and research on altruism.
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