Mindfulness and the Self-Pattern
Abstract
In this chapter, I summarize some recent interdisciplinary studies that explore the relationship between Buddhist psychology, mindfulness practices, and the concept of self, conceived as a self-pattern. The relevant studies focus on philosophical, psychological, and therapeutic, as well as neuroscientific issues that address the following questions. If one conceives of the self as a self-pattern, (1) how does this align with Buddhist psychology, and especially the concept of the five aggregates? (2) What light does this throw on mindfulness practices that aim to minimize self-experience? (3) How can we understand self-regulation processes in such contexts? (4) How are such processes correlated with neurological processes?
Publication Title
Handbook of Mindfulness and Self Regulation Theoretical Cognitive Neuroscience Social Personality and Clinical Perspectives
Recommended Citation
Gallagher, S. (2025). Mindfulness and the Self-Pattern. Handbook of Mindfulness and Self Regulation Theoretical Cognitive Neuroscience Social Personality and Clinical Perspectives, 51-72. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-91451-5_3
