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Feb 5, 2014 While we often think of our bodies and minds as two distinct entities, it turns out  they are much more entwined than we might assume . Researchers are continually finding evidence that the  brain has a distinct power to manipulate the body’s physiology . As these 10 examples show, the mind/body connection can  work in our favor or detriment , depending on our knowledge of a situation and our ability to  control our thoughts. 10. Drying Sheets Judging by their ability to meditate for hours on end, to abstain from food for days, and their vows of silence, most us would agree that Tibetan Monks have better control over their minds and bodies than the average person. Still, what’s particularly amazing is some of them can control physiological processes, such as blood pressure and body temperature – feats many medical doctors find astounding. In one of the most notable exhibits of their skills, a group of Tibetan monks allowed ...