In 'Altered Traits,' bestselling author Daniel Goleman and pioneering neuroscientist Richard J. Davidson explore the scientific evidence behind meditation. Drawing on their deep expertise, they separate fact from fiction, revealing what research truly says about the practice's benefits. The authors show how meditation can genuinely reshape our minds and bodies for the better, leading to lasting qualities like improved focus, reduced stress, and increased compassion. This groundbreaking work offers a new, evidence-based understanding of how dedicated practice can cultivate profound and enduring positive changes, moving beyond temporary states to lasting traits.