Introduction to Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
An introductory course covering the foundations and core practices of MBSR
MBSR is the most extensively researched secular mindfulness program available. It was developed in 1979 by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Center for Mindfulness and is widely taught in healthcare, education, and organizational settings.
What you’ll explore in this course
Through short lessons and guided practices, the course covers:
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How MBSR works with stress and habitual reactivity
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Foundational attention and awareness practices
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The difference between reacting automatically and responding with awareness
What's included
Access to 10 Video Lessons and Practices
Downloadable VIDEO & AUDIO of all lessons and meditation practices
Streaming multi-device access to all sessions through our online eLearning portal
Expert Instruction
Created by senior certified MBSR instructors
Self-Paced Online Course
Learn at your own pace and revisit lessons
Course Materials
Guided meditations, movement, practices and informative short lessons
Curriculum at a Glance
This curriculum samples core elements of the MBSR program. Each module is intentionally brief and designed as an introduction.
Module 1 - Welcome and Getting Started
- Roots of MBSR
- Relevance of MBSR Now
Module 2- Introduction to Mindfulness
- Guided Meditation
- What Mindfulness Is and Isn't
Module 3 - What is MBSR?
- What is MBSR?
- Key Components of MBSR
- What Mindfulness Is and Isn't
Module 4 - Body Scan Meditation
- Body Scan Meditation
- Post Practice Reflection
Module 5 - Research and Benefits
- Overview of the Research
- What Can Mindfulness and MBSR do for Me?
Module 6 - Body Scan Meditation
- Standing Yoga Practice
- Post Practice Reflection
Module 7 - A Little Neuroscience
- Mindfulness and Neuroplasticity
Module 8 - Focused Attention Meditation
- Focused Attention Meditation
- Post Practice Reflection
Module 9 - Why MBSR VS. Other Options?
- What Makes MBSR Unique?
- What Else Might You Want to Know?
Module 10 - Next Steps and Closing
- Continuing Your Journey
- Reflection on Your Course Experience
- Thank You!