PSYB 314 - Buddhist Psychology I:Mindfulness Meditation

Institution:

Naropa University

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Description:

This required course is an introduction to the psychological principles and sitting practice of mindfulness/awareness meditation, and is drawn from the Tibetan and Zen Buddhist traditions as well as the Shambhala teachings of sacred warriorship. We explore the many ways-both obvious and subtle-in which ego-fixation creates suffering and confusion in our lives. We train students to begin to develop inner tranquility, insight and loving-kindness as the essential ground for working effectively with their own life challenges and those of other people. Open to Contemplative Psychology and Interdisciplinary Studies students with 45 credits only. Others by permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.naropa.edu

Phone Number:

(303) 444-0202

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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