The Zen of Perception - Mastering Suffering and Pain

Explore the intersection of neuroscience and ancient meditative traditions in this thought-provoking TEDx talk by renowned Zen monk Hyon Gak Sunim. Delve into the concept of "controlled hallucination" and how our minds construct our perceived reality. Learn how mastering the tools of perception can lead to more meaningful and purposeful living within the vast web of life. Discover simple examples from science and Sunim's three decades of deep meditative exploration that illustrate these concepts. Consider the potential impact of these insights on personal growth and even world peace. Note that this talk represents the speaker's personal views on mindset, breathwork, and healing, which may lack scientific support and fall outside TED's content guidelines.