"We propose that future research needs to include the investigation of processes of transformative psychological growth that lead up to and result from advanced #meditation and involve complex relationships between positive and challenging effects. Such #research is part of a third wave of #meditationresearch, which mainly focuses on advanced meditation. The central point of our argument is that “negative” experiences may be essential to meditative growth. However, it is difficult to define what a negative effect is when considering traditional contemplative perspectives."
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12671-025-02607-7
