Review of Mindfulness from the Second Door of Perception

[Ingalwa Eugine]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Mindfulness from the Second Door of Perception" by Richard Barnett Rosse MD.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Mindfulness from the Second Door of Perception is a self-improvement book by Dr. Richard Rosse, MD. The book delves into the concept of mindfulness in relation to Aldous Huxley's famous book, ''The Doors of Perception.'' Dr. Rosse discusses the clinical uses of mindfulness and draws from his 40 years of experience studying and employing mindfulness practices to treat psychiatric patients. The book aims to plant seeds of ideas that can gradually germinate in the reader's consciousness to aid in healing and transcending suffering. The author, a creative writer, employs diagrams, flow charts, and thought-provoking pictures to elucidate complex medical concepts, making the book accessible to a broad audience.

The author starts by discussing the first two doors of perception. Then, he explores different techniques and choices to help us transition from overstimulation to a mindful mindset. While mindfulness can be challenging, Dr. Rosse highlights the importance of reframing, which involves shifting your cognitive perspective from pessimism to optimism. The book provides fascinating insights into how hormones like cortisol and dopamine impact the retention of stress memory. Additionally, the parasympathetic and sympathetic systems of the human body play crucial roles in transitioning between 'Door #1 and Door #2' of perception. I invite you to learn how to shift from FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) to JOMO (Joy of Missing Out).

Using the metaphor of a 'Monkey Mind,' the author emphasizes the importance of stillness and emotional balance. Mindfulness is a delicate balance involving shifts between different states of mind. The book teaches techniques such as breathing, stillness, peace mantras, smiling, and mental reframing to achieve mindfulness. Dr. Rosse adeptly presents these techniques, making the reader feel like they are receiving advice from an expert. The book also introduces the concept of theoretical ego, challenging negative associations with ego. Additionally, including reference materials, such as websites, adds credibility to the book. I like the book's concise nature, which allows for multiple readings.

The editing team did well; I encountered less than ten errors. I dislike nothing about this book to deny it a perfect rating. I rate this book five out of five stars because it is resourceful and insightful. I recommend it to lovers of self-improvement books.

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[Lene Lena]

The review effectively summarizes key themes from Dr. Rosse’s work, particularly the exploration of perception through the metaphor of doors. The transition from overstimulation to mindfulness is a central focus, emphasizing practical techniques for achieving this shift.Dr. Rosse’s discussion on reframing is crucial, as it illustrates how altering one’s cognitive perspective can significantly impact emotional well-being. This process is essential for fostering optimism in a world often dominated by negativity. The mention of hormones like cortisol and dopamine provides a scientific basis for understanding stress memory retention, linking physiological responses to psychological states. The invitation to transition from FOMO to JOMO encapsulates the book’s practical application, encouraging readers to embrace contentment over anxiety about missing experiences.