This course is part of the Mindfulness and Well-being Specialization

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Dr. Elizabeth Slator

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Mindfulness and Well-being SpecializationRice University

About this Course

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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. 
Living with Balance and Ease will not only cover some of the fundamentals of mindfulness, but will focus on connecting to the innate resources and abilities that will allow for a more effective response to life's challenges, build resiliency, and invite peace and ease into everyday life.

Although this course can be taken as a standalone, it is recommended to take the first Foundations of Mindfulness course before beginning this course.

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Course 2 of 3 in the

Mindfulness and Well-being Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 20 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: English

What you will 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

Skills you will gain

Meditation
Stress Management
Self-Care

Flexible deadlines

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Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Course 2 of 3 in the

Mindfulness and Well-being Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 20 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: English

Instructor

Instructor rating

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Dr. Elizabeth Slator

Associate Director

Gibbs Recreation and Wellness Department

90,126 Learners

3 Courses

Offered by

Rice University

Rice University is consistently ranked among the top 20 universities in the U.S. and the top 100 in the world. Rice has highly respected schools of Architecture, Business, Continuing Studies, Engineering, Humanities, Music, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences and is home to the Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week

Week 1

1 hour to complete

Welcome to the Course!

1 hour to complete

2 videos (Total 8 min), 3 readings

5 hours to complete

Stress and Mind/Body Systems

5 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 51 min), 7 readings, 5 quizzes

7 videos

Introduction4m

The Physiology and Health Consequences of Stress9m

The Stress Process3m

Habitual Reactivity to Stress3m

Week 1 Wrap-up1m

Awareness of Breath Guided Meditation11m

Body Scan16m

7 readings

Overview of Mindfulness Experiences for the Week10m

Stress and Wellness Questionnaire 15m

Overview of Week 1 Mindfulness Experiences10m

Week 1 Rejuvenator: Observing Reactivity10m

Stress and the Brain10m

The Science of Stress and How Our Emotions Affect Our Susceptibility to Burnout and Disease10m

The Mind Body Interaction in Disease10m

4 practice exercises

Interpreting the Stress and Wellness Questionnaire20m

Stress and Mind/Body Systems10m

Observing Reactivity30m

Checklist2m

Week

Week 2

4 hours to complete

Mindful Stress Reduction

4 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 71 min), 5 readings, 4 quizzes

10 videos

Module Intro4m

Introducing Mindfulness6m

3-Minute Breathing Space3m

Strategies for Cultivating Mindfulness3m

Mindful Stress Reduction12m

Week 2 Wrap Up1m

Awareness of Breath and Body Guided Meditation7m

Awareness of Breath Guided Meditation11m

3-Minute Breathing Space3m

Body Scan16m

5 readings

Overview of Mindfulness Experiences for the Week10m

Overview of Week 2 Mindfulness Experiences10m

Week 2 Rejuvenator: Mindful Photo Walk10m

The Science of How Our Minds and Our Bodies Converge in the Healing of Trauma10m

Can Mindfulness Address Maladaptive Eating Behaviors?10m

3 practice exercises

Mindful Stress Reduction 10m

Mindful Photo Walk30m

Checklist2m

Week

Week 3

5 hours to complete

Creating and Sustaining Balance in an Unstable World

5 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 50 min), 5 readings, 4 quizzes

7 videos

Week 3 Intro5m

The Trouble with Certainty10m

Fixed vs. Growth Mindset5m

Mindfulness and Equanimity5m

Week 3 Wrap-up1m

Awareness of Breath and Body Guided Meditation7m

Mountain Meditation12m

5 readings

Overview of Mindfulness Experiences for the Week10m

Moving Past Limiting Beliefs20m

Overview of Week 3 Mindfulness Experiences10m

Week 3 Rejuvenator: Going on a MicroAdventure10m

Fixed Views10m

3 practice exercises

Creating and Sustaining Balance10m

Going on a MicroAdventure30m

Checklist30m

Week

Week 4

5 hours to complete

Achieving Positive Health

5 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 47 min), 6 readings, 5 quizzes

7 videos

A Case for Self-Care3m

Optimizing Well-Being7m

Changing Behavior Mindfully7m

Compassion vs. Criticism8m

Week 4 Wrap-up2m

Loving-Kindness Meditation15m

Course Conclusion2m

6 readings

Overview of Mindfulness Experiences for the Week10m

Nourishing/Depleting Activities10m

Overview of Week 4 Mindfulness Experiences10m

Week 4 Rejuvenator: Solo Challenge10m

Personal Wellness Inventory20m

Self-Compassion and Well-Being10m

4 practice exercises

Achieving Positive Health10m

Week 4 Rejuvenator: Solo Challenge30m

Checklist30m

Reflecting on Your Personal Wellness Inventory30m

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TOP REVIEWS FROM MINDFULNESS AND WELL-BEING: LIVING WITH BALANCE AND EASE

by ZBApr 4, 2022

A wholesome curse that not only life changing but also motivates you to share the knowledge gained with those arround you.

by SJul 22, 2021

Really liked the content. I honestly grew more resilient and compassionate and less reactive with this course. Thanks to Dr. Slater!

by MMMay 11, 2021

Really effective course especially in times like these where we are struggling to keep ourselves together. Thank you so much, Dr. Slator for providing us with purely authentic and meaningful content.

by SMMay 30, 2021

the concept of mindfulness has been beautifully explained with the contents provided (video and reading material). It can be assimilated by people at a different level of knowledge as well..

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About the Mindfulness and Well-being Specialization

The goal of the Specialization is to showcase the ways in which the practice of mindfulness is an effective means of enhancing and maintaining optimal health and overall well-being that can be implemented in every aspect of daily living. The intention of the Specialization is to supply learners with practical tools to support thriving in life. Each course will feature mindfulness practices, directions for implementation and application, experiential exercises and reflection opportunities.

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What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

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