{"product_id":"the-brain-at-rest-joseph-jebelli-9780593474648","title":"The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom Joseph Jebelli, PhD, neuroscientist and author of \u003ci\u003eIn Pursuit of Memory\u003c\/i\u003e, a narrative exploration of the science of doing nothing and its benefits for the brain and body\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e We are constantly told to make the most of our time. Work harder, with more focus. Stop procrastinating. Optimize. To be happy, creative, and successful requires discipline. The most important thing is to be efficient with every precious hour. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e But what if all that advice was wrong, and letting the brain rest, and the mind wander, could improve our lives? Dr. Joseph Jebelli proves this surprising and fascinating point in \u003ci\u003eThe Brain at Rest\u003c\/i\u003e, blending science and personal stories with practical tips about using the brain's \"default network,\" which turns itself on when we turn \u003ci\u003eoff\u003c\/i\u003e the constant need to always do and achieve. By activating our default network through long walks, baths, and spending time in nature, we can all be more content, less stressed, and actually more productive. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Perfect for anyone interested in science and creativity, or anyone feeling overwhelmed in their day-to-day lives, \u003ci\u003eThe Brain at Rest\u003c\/i\u003e is a deeply researched and entertaining antidote to overwork and burnout, showing readers the way to happier, healthier, and more balanced lives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Joseph Jebelli\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0593474643\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780593474648\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Dutton\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/24\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover","brand":"Joseph Jebelli","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":46618242023679,"sku":"9780593474648","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_c6339950-35b5-4dd8-822d-f9103fea3ccd.jpg?v=1740069553","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-brain-at-rest-joseph-jebelli-9780593474648","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}