Instructor(s):
Debra J.M. McDermitt, LMT, MA
Massage Therapist & Healer
achievinglife@gmail
Course Time / Format:
Varies in time, roughly one to two hours.
Lecture, Discussion, Brief Activity
Course Description:
Often times we lose track of our surroundings, find it hard to
focus, and difficult to relax. Mindfulness is most easily understood
as a deep awareness and stretches to embrace a connection between
the mind, body, and the world around and within us. Learning about
Mindfulness and some of its applications can help you focus, become
more aware of your surroundings, and be able to better relax.
This course will delve into the understandings, definitions,
and uses of the practice of Mindfulness. By use of materials from
areas of Psychology, Medicine, Alternative Therapies, and Meditation
practices a basic knowledge of what Mindfulness is and the benefits
of it will be discussed. To further understand aspects of Mindfulness
we will practice a number of Mindfulness activities.
This basic overview is designed to be a short course or
lecture that will introduce the concept of Mindfulness. Additional course opportunities will be discussed as well.
Learning Objectives:
*Give examples and definitions of Mindfulness
*Be able to briefly describe general history of Mindfulness
*Be able to list ways which Mindfulness is beneficial
Included Reference Materials:
* Various articles and sites that are related to Mindfulness.
General Course Outline: Time devoted to class
topics may vary based on primary format of course and interest.
Class - Topic
1. Introduction: What is and definitions of Mindfulness.
2. Exmples of Mindfulness
3. Overview of Mind/Body connection
Grading Scale:
Non-Credit Course
Physical Contact Statement:
Due to the nature of this course, students are advised that
physical contact between the instructor and student, or student
to student may occur for some assignments and as part of some
discussions and experiences. If you have concerns about these
requirements, you are encouraged to discuss these with the instructor
prior to the next class session to determine if appropriate alternative
instruction or assignments exist. If you do not think you will be able to participate
to the extent required by the course, you are encouraged to drop
the course.Additionally, food and various scents may be incorporated into this class. If you have senstitivities to certain foods or scents please inform the instructor prior to attending the class.
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