Demystifying Mindfulness

Online Course

Future Learn
Demystifying Mindfulness

What is the course about?

Demystifying Mindfulness
The course Demystifying Mindfulness is an online class provided by Leiden University through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Discover the science of mindfulness, learn how it works and why, from a political, psychological, and philosophical perspective.

Course description
  • Experience mindfulness for yourself, and learn whether it really works
  • 6 weeks
  • Interest in meditation, mindfulness, and contemplation has grown rapidly in recent years. These practises are increasingly being seen as scientifically and psychologically valid forms of therapy.
  • As new evidence from neuroscience backs up the claims for mindfulness’ value, it is now being adopted by practitioners as a tool for therapy, and by big business as a ‘lifestyle choice’.
  • But what is mindfulness? And how exactly does it work? On this course you’ll explore the academic underpinnings of mindfulness – stripping away its ‘mystery’ once and for all.
  • Introduction to Mindfulness
  • Psychology of Mindfulness
  • Philosophy of Mindfulness
  • Politics of Mindfulness
  • Mindfulness into the Future
  • Volunteer Project
  • Introduction to Mindfulness
  • Psychology of Mindfulness
  • Philosophy of Mindfulness
  • Politics of Mindfulness
  • Mindfulness into the Future
  • Volunteer Project
  • Describe popular conceptions and misconceptions about mindfulness
  • Interpret your own experiences of mindfulness practices
  • Evaluate the social and political significance of mindfulness
  • Compare different psychological and therapeutic approaches to mindfulness
  • This course is for mindfulness beginners and professionals, academics and non-academics. If you’re interested in mindfulness – whatever the level – you’ll enjoy discovering its academic underpinnings, allowing you to judge for yourselves and examine sources.
  • Leiden University
  • Leiden University is one of Europe’s foremost research universities. This prominent position gives our graduates a leading edge and prepares them for careers both within and outside of academia. Leiden University is the oldest university in the Nethe

Prerequisites & Facts

Demystifying Mindfulness

Course Topic

Mindfulness and Wellbeing, Politics & Society, Psychology & Mental Health

University, College, Institution

Leiden University

Course Skill Level

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

Degree & Cost

Demystifying Mindfulness

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / Leiden University you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.
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School: Leiden University
Topic: Mindfulness and Wellbeing, Politics & Society, Psychology & Mental Health