Rice University
Mindfulness and Well-being Specialization
Rice University

Mindfulness and Well-being Specialization

Dive in to the practice of mindfulness. Explore the theory and methods of mindfulness that aim to increase your awareness and decrease suffering.

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4.9

(255 reviews)

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2 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.9

(255 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • The theory and impact of mindfulness practice

  • The tools and methods to incorporate this practice into your life

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Specialization - 3 course series

Mindfulness and Well-being: Foundations

Course 116 hours4.8 (781 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Key mindfulness concepts and practices that support the ability to use attention in an enhanced way.

  • Concepts and practices that deepen the understanding of the mind/body connection, and highlights ways that the body is a direct portal to presence.

  • Guidance for enhancing resilience, with specific regard to opening to and accepting a wide range of emotion.

  • How to take the benefits that come from regular meditation and integrate them into daily life, as well as establishing a regular meditation routine.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Emotional Intelligence

Mindfulness and Well-being: Living with Balance and Ease

Course 219 hours4.8 (330 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • 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

Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out

Course 325 hours4.9 (39 ratings)

What you'll learn

Instructor

Dr. Elizabeth Slator
Rice University
3 Courses116,472 learners

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