Meditation

This course provides 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 offers a pathway for living with more freedom, authenticity and ease. Featured components of the course include [...]

What are the determinants of a happy and fulfilling life? This is surely one of life’s biggest questions, and a question that has interested many of our ancestors. Buddha famously gave up his kingdom in search of happiness. Several Greek philosophers (from Aristotle to Epicurus and Plato to Socrates) had [...]

This course discusses research findings in the field of positive psychology, conducted by Barbara Fredrickson and her colleagues. It also features practical applications of this science that you can put to use immediately to help you live a full and meaningful life.

Discover the secrets of the Diamond Sutra and learn how its Buddhist teachings promote living in serenity and ease. Explore the meaning of ‘prajñā-pāramitā’ in relation to attaining buddhahood. How can we resolve afflictions? The Diamond Sutra is one of the most historically important texts in Buddhism. On this [...]

The Dalai Lama has said that Buddhism and science are deeply compatible and has encouraged Western scholars to critically examine both the meditative practice and Buddhist ideas about the human mind. A number of scientists and philosophers have taken up this challenge. There have been brain scans of meditators [...]

Learn how to apply mindfulness techniques, so you can improve your communication, relationships and emotional health. Interest in mindfulness has grown enormously over the last few years. It’s no surprise: mindfulness techniques can improve your communication skills, relationships and emotional health. But not everyone knows how to apply mindfulness [...]

Discover the science of mindfulness, learn how it works and why, from a political, psychological, and philosophical perspective. Experience mindfulness for yourself, and learn whether it really works. Interest in meditation, mindfulness, and contemplation has grown rapidly in recent years. These practises are increasingly being seen as scientifically and [...]

The Foundation Course of the Practical Meditation MOOC gives you access to spiritual knowledge and a simple meditation practice. Learn, explore and experience the beauty and strength of your own inner being and enable yourself to effectively address the challenges of our time. Start and go through the content [...]