How can we reduce the violence going on around us and lead happier more meaning lives? What can we do to change a fearful or anxious state of mind into one that is relaxed happy and compassionate in order to benefit ourselves and others? Detail: How can we reduce the violence going on around us and lead happier more meaning lives? What can we do to change a fearful or anxious state of mind into one that is relaxed happy and compassionate in order to benefit ourselves and others? In this book the authors provide impressive answers and practical solutions to these questions. By bringing forward the combined 20-year work of Western Scientists and Tibetan Meditators (including the Mind & Life group led by H.H. the Dalai Lama) cutting edge research is offered for transforming the mind of negative to a positive state.