Description
FUNDAMENTALS OF MEDITATION
Course Objectives
LESSON 1 – MEDITATION EXPLAINED
Section 1.1: What is Meditation
Section 1.2: Brain States
Section 1.3: Can Anyone Learn to Meditate?
LESSON 2 – WHY IS MEDITATION BENEFICIAL?
Section 2.1: Meditative Versus Logical Mind
Section 2.2: Scientific Research
Section 2.3: Health Benefits
Section 2.4: Emotional Benefits
Section 2.5 Spiritual Benefits
LESSON 3 – TYPES OF MEDITATION
Section 3.1: Focused Attention Meditation
Section 3.2: Open Monitoring Meditation
Section 3.3: Effortless Presence
Section 3.4: Breathing Method Meditation (Zen)
Section 3.5: Mantra Meditation
Section 3.6: Mindfulness Meditation
Section 3.7: Transcendental Meditation
Section 3.8: Guided Visualisation
Section 3.9: Loving Kindness Meditation
Section 3.10: Yoga Meditations
Section 3.11: Taoist Meditation
LESSON 4 – MEDITATION PREPARATION
Section: 4.1: The Indoor Meditation
Section 4.2: Quiet and Without Interuption
Section 4.3: Getting in Touch with Your Emotions
Section 4.4: To Be Adaptable and Non-judgemental
Section 4.5: Comfortable Space
Sections 4.6: Outdoor Space
Section 4.7: Timing
Section 4.8: Duration
Section 4.9: The Perfect Meditation
Section 4.10: Don’t Let Self-doubt Control Your Mind
Section 4.11: Finding Ways to Support Your Meditative Practice
LESSON 5 – PUTTING MEDITATION INTO ACTION
Section: 5.1: Focused Attention Meditation
Section 5.2: Spot Meditation
Section 5.3: Open Monitoring Meditation
Section 5.4: Observation Without Attachment
Section 5.5: Training The Mind Through Meditation
LESSON 6 – SETTING UP YOUR DAILY PRACTICE
Section: 6.1: Meditation space
Section 6.2: Choosing the right time to meditate
Section 6.3: Choosing the Duration
Section 6.4: Meditating Daily
Section 6.5: Setting the Intention
Section 6.6: Without Expectation
LESSON 7 Final Assessment

