Mindfulness for Stress relief
A 6 week online course for
PhD students and staff
Course Description
This 6 session training covers the basics of mindfulness for doctoral candidates to improve one’s quality of life and reduce negative stress responses. The sessions consists of guided meditation practices, body postures, discussions and self-reflection. Dr. Luisa Demant will give short talks on certain topics, however the training focuses on experiencing the content through guided experience. We will discuss insights in the group and use Zoom breakout rooms for partner work.
What we will cover:
Week 1 | Stress Triggers – Stress Responses
Week 2 | Physical and Emotional Wellbeing in Stressful Times
Week 3 | Productivity and Time Management
Week 4 | Good Sleep and Morning Routines
Week 5 | Breathing Techniques
Week 6 | Deep Relaxation
Course aims:
- Learn the basics of mindfulness and how it can impact your work and life
- Understanding stress and finding individual and practical ways to deal with it
- The body as a focus point for mindfulness
- The breath as a focus point for mindfulness
- The benefits of cultivating kindness towards oneself and others
- Implementing the learnings into everyday life
Teaching methods: Short presentations, group discussion and partner work, self-reflection, guided meditation.
Participation requirements: Participants must be willing to be seen on the screen and interact with the group. Open to practice meditation.
Technical requirements: Laptop or tablet with camera and microphone.
Additional information: Please wear comfortable clothes. It’s ideal to attend from your home or a quiet environment in the office, not from a cafe or public space.
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