De-Mystifying Mindfulness
Leiden University's interdisciplinary look at the science, history and practice of mindfulness.
Universiteit Leiden•By Chris Goto-Jones
4.7
(2,600 reviews)•190,000 students enrolledAbout this course
Move beyond the hype to understand what mindfulness actually is. Leiden University combines philosophy, psychology and hands-on practice to examine the history, science and ethics of mindfulness and meditation, helping you build an informed, critical and reflective personal practice.
Skills you'll gain
MindfulnessMeditationSelf-AwarenessStress ManagementReflective Practice
Syllabus
1
What Is Mindfulness?2
The Science of Meditation3
Mindfulness and the Body4
Ethics and Compassion5
Building a Personal PracticeFree
Certificate: $49
Duration6 weeks
Effort2-4 hours/week
Levelbeginner
LanguageEnglish
SubtitlesEnglish
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