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Mindfulness and Well-being: Living with Balance and Ease
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 20 hours
  • Course by Rice University
  • Offered by

About

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.

Modules

Welcome to the Course!

    • 2 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Introduce Yourself

2 Videos

  • Meet the Professor
  • Course Introduction

3 Readings

  • Course Information & Keys to Success
  • Discussion Forum Guidelines
  • Accessibility and Accommodations Statement

Module Content

    • 5 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 3 Discussion
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Interpreting the Stress and Wellness Questionnaire
  • Stress and Mind/Body Systems

3 Discussions

  • Symptoms of Stress
  • Man, I am stressed!
  • Check out or work out? Which do you do?

5 Videos

  • Introduction
  • The Physiology and Health Consequences of Stress
  • The Stress Process
  • Habitual Reactivity to Stress
  • Week 1 Wrap-up

2 Readings

  • Overview of Mindfulness Experiences for the Week
  • Stress and Wellness Questionnaire

Weekly Mindfulness Experiences: Observing Reactivity

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Observing Reactivity

1 Peer Review

  • Weekly Reflection 1

1 Discussions

  • Share Your Meditation Experience

2 Videos

  • Awareness of Breath Guided Meditation
  • Body Scan

2 Readings

  • Overview of Week 1 Mindfulness Experiences
  • Week 1 Rejuvenator: Observing Reactivity

Week 1 Resources

    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Checklist

1 Discussions

  • Share Resources: Week 1

3 Readings

  • Stress and the Brain
  • The Science of Stress and How Our Emotions Affect Our Susceptibility to Burnout and Disease
  • The Mind Body Interaction in Disease

Module Content

    • 6 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Mindful Stress Reduction

1 Discussions

  • Meditation Demo

6 Videos

  • Module Intro
  • Introducing Mindfulness
  • 3-Minute Breathing Space
  • Strategies for Cultivating Mindfulness
  • Mindful Stress Reduction
  • Week 2 Wrap Up

1 Readings

  • Overview of Mindfulness Experiences for the Week

Weekly Mindfulness Experiences: Integrating Mindfulness

    • 4 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Mindful Photo Walk

1 Peer Review

  • Weekly Reflection 2

2 Discussions

  • The most interesting thing I saw was...
  • Share Your Meditation Experience

4 Videos

  • Awareness of Breath and Body Guided Meditation
  • Awareness of Breath Guided Meditation
  • 3-Minute Breathing Space
  • Body Scan

2 Readings

  • Overview of Week 2 Mindfulness Experiences
  • Week 2 Rejuvenator: Mindful Photo Walk

Week 2 Resources

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Checklist

1 Discussions

  • Share Resources: Week 2

2 Readings

  • The Science of How Our Minds and Our Bodies Converge in the Healing of Trauma
  • Can Mindfulness Address Maladaptive Eating Behaviors?

Module Content

    • 5 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Creating and Sustaining Balance

2 Discussions

  • Becoming Unstuck
  • Everything you want is on the other side of fear.

5 Videos

  • Week 3 Intro
  • The Trouble with Certainty
  • Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
  • Mindfulness and Equanimity
  • Week 3 Wrap-up

2 Readings

  • Overview of Mindfulness Experiences for the Week
  • Moving Past Limiting Beliefs

Weekly Mindfulness Experiences: Creating Balance

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Going on a MicroAdventure

1 Peer Review

  • Weekly Reflection 3

2 Discussions

  • When the Going Gets Tough...
  • Share Your Meditation Experience

2 Videos

  • Awareness of Breath and Body Guided Meditation
  • Mountain Meditation

2 Readings

  • Overview of Week 3 Mindfulness Experiences
  • Week 3 Rejuvenator: Going on a MicroAdventure

Week 3 Resources

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Checklist

1 Discussions

  • Share Resources: Week 3

1 Readings

  • Fixed Views

Module Content

    • 5 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Achieving Positive Health

1 Discussions

  • How do you practice self-care?

5 Videos

  • A Case for Self-Care
  • Optimizing Well-Being
  • Changing Behavior Mindfully
  • Compassion vs. Criticism
  • Week 4 Wrap-up

2 Readings

  • Overview of Mindfulness Experiences for the Week
  • Nourishing/Depleting Activities

Weekly Mindfulness Experiences: Optimizing Well-Being

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 4 Rejuvenator: Solo Challenge

1 Peer Review

  • Weekly Reflection 4

1 Discussions

  • Share your meditation experience

2 Videos

  • Loving-Kindness Meditation
  • R.A.I.N. Meditation

2 Readings

  • Overview of Week 4 Mindfulness Experiences
  • Week 4 Rejuvenator: Solo Challenge

Week 4 Resources

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Checklist
  • Reflecting on Your Personal Wellness Inventory

1 Discussions

  • Share Resources: Week 4

2 Readings

  • Personal Wellness Inventory
  • Self-Compassion and Well-Being

Course Conclusion

    • 1 Videos
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  • Course Conclusion

Auto Summary

Discover the path to a more balanced and peaceful life with "Mindfulness and Well-being: Living with Balance and Ease." This engaging course delves into the core principles and practices of mindfulness, designed to help you respond more effectively to life's challenges, build resilience, and invite tranquility into your daily routine. Guided by Coursera's expert instructors, this course offers a rich blend of experiential exercises, guided meditations, personal reflections, and interactive discussions. These components aim to help you explore and transform your attitudes, mental habits, and behaviors, fostering a deeper sense of freedom and authenticity. While this course can be undertaken independently, it is recommended to first complete the "Foundations of Mindfulness" course to maximize your learning experience. Spanning 1200 minutes, this foundational level course is perfect for those seeking personal development and enhanced well-being. Flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional plans, make it accessible for everyone eager to embark on this transformative journey. Ideal for individuals looking to cultivate mindfulness and live with greater balance and ease.

Dr. Elizabeth Slator
Instructor

Dr. Elizabeth Slator