FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
#109: The Science of Letting Go - Shawn Prest
#109: The Science of Letting Go - Shawn Prest
#109: The Science of Letting Go - Shawn Prest
Wednesday 21st January 2026
Explore how meditation reshapes the brain, reduces stress, and alters perception with Shawn Prest on The FitMind Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Meditation can alter brain perception, reducing stress.
- Letting go involves a measurable shift in brain activity.
- Jhana and insight routes are paths to consciousness change.
- Predictive processing helps explain meditation's effects.
- Computational models simulate brain activity during meditation.
"Long-term meditators actually seem to have less higher level activation."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this episode of The FitMind Podcast, you'll be introduced to the fascinating science behind letting go, as PhD researcher Shawn Prest from Monash University shares his insights. Shawn explores how meditation can change our brain's perception over time, reducing stress and altering self-related thinking. He explains that letting go isn't just an emotional release but a measurable shift in brain activity.
Imagine your brain as a prediction machine, constantly updating its models based on sensory input. By letting go, you allow your brain to lower its confidence in high-level models, making room for new perceptions and a more responsive interaction with the world. Shawn dives into the concepts of jhana and insight routes, two paths in meditation that lead to profound changes in consciousness.
Whether you're a seasoned meditator or just curious about the benefits of mindfulness, this episode offers valuable insights into how meditation can transform your mental landscape. Shawn's research delves into computational models that simulate how the brain processes information during meditation, shedding light on the mechanisms that make letting go such a powerful tool for mental well-being. Join host Liam McClintock and guest Shawn Prest as they explore these cutting-edge topics, blending ancient wisdom with modern science.
If you've ever wondered how meditation can help you let go of stress and find peace, this episode is a must-listen. So, are you ready to let go and embrace a new way of thinking?