Parampreet Singh, Author at Science Meditations

Attention and Technology

January 10, 2019 By Parampreet Singh

This episode looks at the effect technology is having on our attention and our thinking by turning to the work of Neil Postman. Neil Postman was a communications theorist and professor of media studies at New York University who garnered some fame with his 1985 book Amusing Ourselves to Death. His belief was that it… Read More →

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Meditation (Dhyana) and Attention

December 19, 2018 By Parampreet Singh

We look at the history of the English word “attention” and the Sanskrit word “dhyana” and what their history means for us modern day meditators.

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Temperature or How to Remain Absolutely Cool Always

September 12, 2017 By Parampreet Singh

When we measure temperature what we’re really measuring is energy being released by moving molecules. To make a soothing cup of tea, we take some water and put it over a source of heat, like an electric element or a gas stove. As the heat enters the water, it makes the water molecules move faster… Read More →