James R. Doty, M.D., is a professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Stanford University and the director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE), where he researches the neuroscience of compassion and altruism. He is also a philanthropist funding health clinics throughout the world and has endowed scholarships and chairs at multiple universities. He serves on the board of a number of nonprofits, including the Charter for Compassion International and the Dalai Lama Foundation.
Into the Magic Shop is pure magic! That a child from humble
beginnings could become a professor of neurosurgery and the founder
of a center that studies compassion and altruism at a major
university, as well as an entrepreneur and philanthropist is
extraordinary enough. But it is Doty's ability to describe his
journey so lyrically, and then his willingness to share his methods
that make this book a gem.
--Abraham Verghese, MD, Author of Cutting for Stone
This book tells the remarkable story of a neurosurgeon's
quest to unravel the mystery of the link between our brains and our
hearts. From the moment in his childhood when a simple act of
kindness changed the course of his own life to his founding a
center to study compassion at Stanford University. Jim Doty's life
illustrates how each of us can make a difference. We can make the
world a more compassionate place. I'm sure many readers will be
moved by this inspiring story to open their hearts and see what
they too can do for others.
--His Holiness the Dalai Lama "Into the Magic Shop offers a
gripping, well-told journey into the mysteries of the human mind
and brain. Neurosurgeon James Doty has written a heartwarming tale
of courage and compassion.
--Daniel Goleman, Ph.D., author of Emotional Intelligence
Into the Magic Shop is a captivating journey of discovery.
Neurosurgeon Jim Doty's well-told personal story illuminates for us
all the power of insight and empathy to transform our lives and
enhance our world. Read it and you too may find magic in the
mystery and majesty of the mind to bring health and healing to our
individual and collective lives.
--Daniel J. Siegel, M.D., Author of Mindsight "Part memoir,
part scientific exploration, Into the Magic Shop is a powerful work
of emotion and discovery, showing that we all have within us our
own small magic shop, a place of calm and beauty we can return to
whenever we need it. As James Doty compellingly shows, we simply
have to open the door, and let ourselves in."
--Arianna Huffington, author of Thrive "A moving
memoir on the power of compassion and kindness. Neurosurgeon James
Doty shares his inspiring story of growing up with seemingly
insurmountable challenges, receiving a gift that changed his life,
achieving remarkable success but then losing it all, and
discovering that the mind is shaped as much by the heart as the
brain."
--Adam Grant, PhD, author of Give and Take A powerful,
eloquent, deeply spiritual and exquisitely beautiful book. Real
magic!
--Dean Ornish, M.D., author of The Spectrum
"This is one of the most compelling and inspiring books I have ever
read. We're with Jim at each step, as he struggles with poverty and
trauma, becomes a world-class brain surgeon, gains and loses a
fortune, and learns deep lessons about the magic in each person's
heart. Gripping, profound, extraordinary."
--Rick Hanson, Ph.D., author of Hardwiring Happiness Dr.
Doty's powerful book, Into the Magic Shop, is a testament to how
faith and compassion extend beyond religion, race and nationality
and can help an individual overcome adversity and personal
limitations. It is an inspiration.
--Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, spiritual leader and founder of the Art
of Living Foundation "Into the Magic Shop will literally rewire
your brain. A candid and personal story about a life transformed by
a chance encounter in a magic shop. It is a truly optimistic and
inspirational testament to the power of compassion and the ability
to overcome adversity and discover your true potential."
--Glenn Beck, nationally syndicated radio host and founder of
The Blaze An optimistic and engagingly well-told life story
that incorporates scientific investigation into its altruistic
message.
--Kirkus
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