Over the course of a year, Shannon Harvey tests the effects of meditation on her health after being diagnosed with an auto-immune disease at age 24.
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Over the course of a year, Shannon Harvey tests the effects of meditation on her health after being diagnosed with an auto-immune disease at age 24.
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Shannon Harvey, a 24-year-old radio news journalist, confronts a life-changing diagnosis of an auto-immune disease. Over the course of a year, she immerses herself in mind-body medicine, questioning the effectiveness of meditation as a tool for healing. Collaborating with experts like Jon Kabat-Zinn and Judson Brewer, Shannon conducts a personal experiment to assess whether meditation can genuinely improve health or if it is simply another trend. Her findings challenge conventional views on mindfulness and well-being.
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- Meet Shannon Harvey and her unique healing experiment.
- Find out what leading scientists say about meditation.
- See how mindfulness can impact modern life.
Did You Know
- Shannon Harvey was diagnosed with an auto-immune disease at age 24.
- The film features insights from leading scientists like Jon Kabat-Zinn.
- The documentary has a runtime of 96 minutes.
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What autoimmune disease does Shannon Harvey face?
Shannon Harvey faces a life-altering diagnosis of an autoimmune disease at the age of 24.
Who directed 'My Year of Living Mindfully'?
Julian Harvey directed 'My Year of Living Mindfully'.
What is the duration of the documentary?
The duration of the documentary is 96 minutes.
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