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The Science of Mindfulness: A Research-Based Path to Well-Being

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Description Expand your mind, heal your body, and forge new possibilities for living! Join Professor Ronald D. Siegel, Psy.D., and discover how the practice of mindfulness can radically transform the mind, the heart, and your experiences of everyday life.

Syllabus

Why Mindfulness Matters
Our Troublesome Brains
Informal, Formal & Intensive Practices
Who Am I? The Perils of Self
Mindfulness or Psychotherapy
Attention & Empathy in Relationships
The Science of Compassion & Self-Compassion
Tailoring Practices to Fit Changing Needs
Modifying Our Brain Function & Structure
Solitude: An Antidote to Loneliness
Connecting With Children & Adolescents
Seeing Sadness & Depression in a New Light
Befriending Fear, Worry & Anxiety
Transforming Chronic Pain
Placebos, Illness & the Power of Belief
Interrupting Addiction & Troublesome Habits
Overcoming Traumas Large & Small
Groundbreaking Mindfulness Programs
The Neurobiology of Self-Preoccupation
Growing Up Isn't Easy: Facing Impermanence
Toward a Science of Wisdom
The Promise of Enlightenment
Mindful Ethics as a Path to Freedom
The New Science of Happiness
Breath Practice
Loving Kindness Practice
Mountain Meditation
Breathing Together
Stepping Into Fear

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