His Holiness the Dalai Lama urges further research on human emotions[Saturday, 19 February 2011, 11:13 a.m.]

His Holiness the Dalai Lama (2nd left) during the 16th Convention of Acadamecia Eurasiana Neurochirugica held in Mumbai, India, on 18 February 2011/Photos by Jigme Tsering

DHARAMSHALA:
Addressing a conference on neuroscience in Mumbai yesterday, His
Holiness the Dalai Lama has urged doctors and scientists to carry out
further research on human emotions by using both modern and traditional
knowledge and techniques.His Holiness spoke on the holistic approach to the realm of neurosurgery at the 16th Convention of Acadamecia Eurasiana Neurochirugica. (watch)“As
far as the matter visible we can see and feel is concerned, the modern
science has shown marvelous development. On the other hand, the science
of mind and emotions can be seen in the ancient Indian tradition of
samadi and vipassana. In order to carry these practices you need more
awareness about the mind. We need to use these information and
techniques to deal with different emotions. Among the top scientists in
the West, many are really showing interest to learn about the mind and
emotions,” said His Holiness the Dalai Lama.His Holiness the Dalai Lama also called for research work on the relationship between healthy body and mental state. His
Holiness said taking care of our healthy mind is the best way to take
care of our healthy body. “We have the potential within ourselves to to
keep our mind calm and peaceful. Looking at a problem with a holistic
view, that is different angles, can reduces frustrations and maintain
our peace of mind. Too much anxiety and stress create some chemical
reactions in our brain which results in illness. Calm mind is the best
preventive measure.” His Holiness said the human beings should
make more efforts to promote ethics which is not based on religious
faiths. “We need moral ethics to have a more happier life and a more
peaceful and humane society. Too much corruption and negative emotions
out of jealousy, hatred and fear will make the whole society unhealthy.
We must find ways and means to moral ethics without touching the
religious faiths.”His Holiness said secular ethics can ensure a
more peaceful world. “There was unbelievable advancement in science and
technology in the 20th century. But the same century became the century
of bloodshed and violence. In the past, the damage is limited. But
today, with an immense increase in the destructive power there will be
much more suffering. Technology alone cannot guarantee the ushering of
healthy, peaceful and compassionate world,” His Holiness said.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama during the 16th Convention of Acadamecia Eurasiana Neurochirugica neuroscience conference held in Mumbai, India, on 18 February 2011.