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Astonishing functions of human brain and miracles of mind (Chamatkari Vishesataon Se Bhara Manavi Mastishka): Vangamaya Vol-18

Human body is the most evolved and marvellous creation of nature. Every component – from organs to nerves, muscles, tissues, cells, molecules and subtler functional units of this living system reflects the limitless excellence and absolute perfection of the Omnipotent eternal creator. The crown organ – brain is the sole regulator of this arcane automatic system. Because of its wonderful memory system, nonstop multiple activities of information processing, learning, computing and decision making, etc. almost instantly, the human brain is often referred as the supreme computer which is the most remarkable ‘product’ of nature’s eternally advanced technology. The intellectual and sentimental domains of consciousness pertain to its subtle counterpart – the mind.
The existence, activity, beauty and evolution of life emanate from the adept functioning of the brain and righteous creativity of the mind. Strong and trenchant mind enables even the physically handicaps attain significant success in almost every dimension of progressive life. The entire gamut of talents and materialistic, intellectual and spiritual developments depends upon the alacrity, sagacity, innovative creativity, sentimental purity and inner strength of mind. Human brain (mind) is indeed endowed with immense potentials to fulfill all aspirations and culminate human-life up to divine horizons….
The present volume is devoted to the an in-depth study of the neuroscientific, psychological and spiritual aspects of human brain and mind. Bioelectrical activities of the neuro-synaptic connections between million billions of neurons, information processing through the nervous system and the neuronal network and the mechanism of storage and retrieval of memory are discussed along with the anatomy of human brain in the first few chapters. Major sections of these deal with detailed analysis of the endocrine system and the interrelationship of hormonal secretions and physiological, biochemical, mental and emotional variations.
Trends and achievements of research in neurosciences are also highlighted with relevant reference to the experimental findings. The subtle connections between the endocrine glands and the extrasensory power centers – described as shat chakras and granthees in the Indian scriptures – are elucidated and guidance towards spiritual endeavors (sadhanas) of activating these centers is highlighted.
Awareness about the immense potentials of brain and miraculous powers of controlled mind and corresponding change in the attitude and mode of living can help escalation of our talents and lead to sublime transformation of the personality as a whole… It is a pity that we use only about 7 to 13 percent of the power of our mind. The supernatural potentials hidden in the inner cores (mana, buddhi, chitta and ahankara) of the conscious and unconscious mind remain dormant and unused. Specific sadhanas of yoga aim at stimulating the associated functional centers in the brain which activate the otherwise unnoticed powers of the human mind.
Existence of supernatural memory and manifestation of exceptional talents, beyond the barriers of educational qualification, age, biological health and circumstances, is not rare in human society. The author, Gurudev Shriram Sharma Acharya presents authentic examples to illustrate different facets of intelligence and mental talents. He points out the effects of the sanskaras (intrinsic tendencies) assimilated in the inner cores of unconscious mind since the earlier lives and emphasizes the greater impact of the sincere endeavors of the present life. He argues that the key to self-development lies in one’s own mind.
Does our brain possess specific functional regions or centers for memory, reasoning, intellectual sagacity, creative talents, oral and written eloquence, artistic excellence, etc? What is the role of brain in the limitless variations of the sentiments? Can we activate the development of specific talents and sentimental strength or architect our destiny? How can one become a living computer or acquire exceptionally sharp memory? Do their exist some natural brain tonics? How to elevate and improve intellect by simple practices in day-to-day life? Answers to these and similar questions of wider interests are provided by Acharya Sharma in a simple, logical, scientific and comprehensive manner.
Few people seem to know that the left and right components of the human brain largely work independently and complementarily. The principal role of the left side brain consists of motor control and regulations of other bodily activities. The right side brain – also called the “philosophical or religious brain”, conducts the sensory functions and the sensitive mental processes pertaining to – thinking, imagination, artistic creativity and the soft sentiments like compassion and devotion, intrinsic faith and emotional inclination etc…
Perfect development of emotionally balanced and intellectually trenchant personality by strengthening and activation of the corpus callusam – linking the two halves of the human brain is achieved by specific sadhanas of prana yoga, japa yoga, dhyana yoga, etc. If understood and adopted righteously in day-to-day life, the principles and practices of these sadhanas can transform a large number of ordinary people into brilliant citizens of high integrity having altruist and compassionate attitude in every walk of human society and thus illuminate the future of humanity itself.
Study of human mind is incomplete without analyzing the dreams. Reality, origin, reflections and implications of dreams are discussed in great detail in two separate chapters of this volume. The myths and facts about acquisition of extra sensory knowledge, premonition and psychological analysis and study of the unconscious mind and the unknown subtle world of inner self through dreams are elucidated here along with review of Freud’s and contemporary psychological theories vis-à-vis the relevant aspects of the ancient science of spirituality.
It is said that the ‘time-capsule’ existing in the inner cores of unconscious mind contains the key to realization of supernormal faculties like – clairvoyance, telepathy, premonition, intuition, audio-visual perceptions beyond the constraints of time and space, complete knowledge of the past and future and of the esoteric features of nature….
Gurudev Shriram Sharma’s unique acumen, in-depth knowledge and first-hand experience of the ultimate expansion and subtlest layers of human is clearly reflected in his deliberations on psychological and spiritual aspects of human life. A separate chapter is devoted to discuss the powers of spiritually refined mind. The volume would offer new directions for advanced research in Neurosciences and Gestalt Psychology. It would help the readers realize the enormous capabilities of their brains and give them practical guidance for best use of this boon of almighty. This volume would also serve as a source of enlightenment to the aspirants of intellectual and spiritual illumination.