REL 243 - Advanced Applied Mindfulness

Prerequisite, REL 242 or consent of instructor. In this course, students will further learn, practice, and explore what it means to be mindful. We will learn the roots of modern mindfulness, the science behind mindfulness, and additional academic research on the benefits and limitations of mindfulness. Students will also learn mindfulness, the practice of cultivating present moment awareness without judgement to the experiences that are arising inwardly as well as outwardly. Each class will be a combination of practice, lecture, group feedback, and discussion. Students will explore ways mindfulness is being applied within their particular discipline and future vocation, and discover authentic methods for its application. P/NP. May be repeated for credit. (Offered every year.) 1½-3 credits