The Brain at Rest: The Life-Changing Science of Doing Nothing by Joseph Jebelli

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In a stressed-out society where we think we should be constantly on the go, this excellent book is precisely what we need to stop, reset, and rest.

Published 1 Jan 2026
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About the Book…

How doing nothing can change your life:

· Napping and gentle exercise can enhance brain size
· Spending time in nature can boost creativity
· Silence fosters the growth of new brain cells

We are constantly told to make the most of every precious moment – but when we let our brains rest and our minds wander, something magical happens…

In The Brain at Rest, Dr Joseph Jebelli shares the transformative neuroscience that shows why doing nothing will change your life for the better. Drawing on ground-breaking new research, you will learn how to achieve a happier, healthier and more balanced life.

About the Author…

Dr Joseph Jebelli received a PhD in neuroscience from University College London, then worked as a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Washington. He has written two books, How the Mind Changed and In Pursuit of Memory, which was shortlisted for the Royal Society Trivedi Science Book Prize and longlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize. He lives in London.

Binding

Paperback

Author

ISBN

9781804996799

Page Count

256

Published

1 Jan 2026

Publisher

Penguin Books

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