This is the sequel course to Foundations of Mindfulness that will continue to provide a broad overview of the fundamental concepts, principles, and practices of mindfulness. With interactive exercises to help students explore their own attitudes, mental habits and behaviors, Foundations of Mindfulness series offers a pathway for living with more freedom, authenticity and ease. Featured components of the course include experiential exercises, guided meditations, personal reflection and interactive discussions.
Mindfulness and Well-being: Living with Balance and Ease
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Mindfulness and Well-being: Living with Balance and Ease
This course is part of Mindfulness and Well-being Specialization
Instructor: Dr. Elizabeth Slator
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Increase capacity for attentional control, sustained focus and presence.
Concepts and practices that deepen the understanding of the mind/body connection, and highlights ways that the body is a direct portal to presence.
Cultivate compassion for self and others
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JF
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
I enjoyed the videos and the meditations. I have not enjoyed peer graded assignments in previous classes and so chose not to to any of these and thus I won't officially complete the course.
MD
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025
This course was a very well-constructed and presented overview of how mindfulness can be very beneficial to our well-being. Our physical health, mental health, and happiness in general.
SN
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2021
Truly great course where the intricacies of minds are revealed! Mindfulness is what the current society needs now, especially in the pandemic-struck time!
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