Online Class: Meditation Mastery — Learn How to Meditate

Explore the profound depths of mindfulness with Meditation Mastery as you master classic meditation techniques, dynamic yoga integration, and soothing breathing practices designed to reshape your life and relationships. Embrace this journey beyond habit-forming to anchor yourself in a chaotic world and unlock a sustained state of mental clarity and well-being.
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  • 12
    Lessons
  • 21
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 5,987
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 8
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.8
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Can you imagine a life where your mind is a source of peace and strength, where calmness flows through you like a gentle river even amidst daily challenges? What if you had the power to control your thoughts, steady your emotions, and tap into a deeper well of wisdom within yourself? Meditation Mastery is more than a course; it's a path toward true mental clarity, emotional resilience, and enriched creativity. This transformative journey goes beyond the surface, taking you into the profound depths of mindfulness and self-awareness that meditation has inspired for thousands of years.

In Meditation Mastery, you'll discover the art and science of meditation from the ground up. Through techniques that include classic seated meditation, breathing practices, and the dynamic integration of yoga, you'll not only learn how to meditate-you'll understand the very essence of mindfulness, experiencing how it can reshape your daily life, your relationships, and your sense of self. This isn't just about learning a new habit; it's about embracing a practice that can anchor you, empower you, and help you find clarity in a chaotic world.

The course introduces you to the foundational skills needed for meditation, from creating a peaceful physical space to practicing different postures that promote both comfort and focus. You'll explore various breathing techniques that naturally soothe the mind and guide you into a state of profound relaxation and presence. Each practice is designed to help you find the right balance: a place where you're fully engaged in the "now," without forcing or judging, simply present and aware.

Our exploration goes even deeper as we examine the health benefits of meditation, revealing how it can reduce stress, improve focus, and promote better sleep. Drawing on recent scientific insights, you'll see how meditation can benefit not only your mind but your body, nourishing your nervous system and supporting your overall well-being. You'll learn how these practices can become a sustainable part of your daily and weekly routines, so you're consistently rejuvenated, balanced, and clear-headed.

Throughout the course, you'll uncover the historical roots of meditation, tracing its evolution from ancient Vedic practices to modern-day wellness applications. You'll also see how meditation has woven itself into spiritual practices across diverse religions, showing its universal appeal in the search for peace and understanding.

Each lesson invites you to experience meditation as a deeply personal, transformative journey. Whether you're new to meditation or have dabbled before, Meditation Mastery meets you right where you are, providing a supportive, insightful guide every step of the way. You'll learn not only how to meditate but why meditation has become an essential practice for people seeking a fuller, more balanced life.

If you're ready to make a change that goes beyond the superficial-if you're seeking to truly connect with yourself and find a place of peace within-Meditation Mastery is your path forward. This isn't just another course; it's an invitation to discover the power and peace that lie within you. Take the first step today toward a more centered, inspired life.

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Course Lessons

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  • Lesson 1. Discovering Meditation's Transformative Power

    Meditation offers diverse techniques adaptable to individual preferences, making it accessible to anyone, regardless of religious belief. With methods ranging from breath awareness to movement meditation, practitioners find personal paths to reduced stress and greater well-being.

  • Lesson 2. Finding Purpose and Clarity Through Meditation

    Meditation spans over 5,000 years, offering benefits like stress relief and self-acceptance, yet focusing too much on outcomes can be counterproductive. It's a process of releasing expectations and embracing each moment as it is, fostering a deeper understanding of oneself.

  • Lesson 3. Crafting Your Calm Corner: A Guide to Meditation Spaces

    Meditation doesn't demand an exotic setting, but rather the comfort and inspiration of your daily surroundings. A consistent practice space, free from interruptions, cultivates ease and deepens your meditative state.

  • Lesson 4. Journey of the Breath: Unlocking Inner Peace

    Regular mindfulness of breathing practice reduces stress, enhances focus, and strengthens emotional resilience by engaging the parasympathetic nervous system. Busy professionals and students can greatly benefit from this technique, approaching tasks with clarity and calm.

  • Lesson 5. Exploring Perfect Meditation Positions

    Achieving a proper meditation posture involves aligning the spine, relaxing the shoulders, and maintaining a serene head position, all of which contribute to bodily ease and mental alertness. Personal comfort and flexibility should guide your choice of posture, ensuring that you can focus on meditation without unnecessary discomfort.

  • Lesson 6. Unlocking Inner Peace: Meditation's Impact on Health and Happiness

    Meditation cultivates emotional resilience and mental well-being, supporting better stress handling and relationship quality. It fosters emotional stability, creativity, and self-esteem, helping individuals face life's challenges with confidence and clarity.

  • Lesson 7. The Universal Path of Meditation

    Meditation's history spans back thousands of years, originating in the spiritual texts of Hinduism and Buddhism. Today, its practice is widespread, valued for promoting mental tranquility and physical health, independent of cultural or religious affiliations.

  • Lesson 8. Meditative Traditions: From Ancient Practices to Modern Mindfulness

    Originating from the Vedic traditions of Hinduism, meditation has evolved into structured disciplines, such as yoga, aimed at achieving spiritual unity with the divine. Through focused practice and philosophies outlined by figures like Patanjali, Hindu meditation guides practitioners toward Nirodha, the ultimate state of peace and self-realization, transcending the distractions of the ego.

  • Lesson 9. The Balanced Journey: Escaping Extremes in Search of Enlightenment

    Embracing the Middle Way, the Eightfold Path empowers individuals to overcome suffering by promoting principles of wisdom, ethical conduct, and focused awareness. It is an intricate framework that aligns inner intentions with outer actions, fostering a life of empathy, peace, and resilience.

  • Lesson 10. Exploring Meditation Techniques: A Path to Self-Discovery

    Quieting the mind revolves around releasing the need to chase thoughts, employing techniques like mindfulness breathing, sweeping house, and mantras. These practices nurture concentration through rhythmic repetition, dispelling unnecessary mental clutter.

  • Lesson 11. Embrace Harmony with Foundational Yoga Poses

    Meditation stills the mind while yoga aligns the body, offering a balanced journey to inner peace and vitality. Integrating these practices enhances mindfulness, resilience, and a deeper connection between mind and body.

  • Lesson 12. Morning Pages and Artist's Dates: Nurturing Creativity and Clarity

    Morning Pages serve as a cathartic exercise for revealing hidden patterns and concerns through uncensored daily writing. Artist's Dates, solo personal adventures, ignite joy and creativity, countering life's stress and enhancing one's reflective capacity akin to meditative practice.
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define the impact of meditation on reducing stress and enhancing emotional well-being through regular practice.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply different meditation techniques, such as breath awareness and body scan, for improved mindfulness and self-awareness.
  • Describe how the practice of meditation balances the concepts of control and surrender to enhance self-acceptance and peace in the present moment.
  • Identify three practical benefits of regular meditation practice, focusing on stress reduction, enhanced concentration, and emotional stability, and explain how these benefits can improve daily life.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create a personalized meditation space by selecting an area that enhances physical comfort and mental focus.
  • Organize a weekly meditation routine by setting a consistent time and place to deepen practice and maintain a relaxed state.
  • Define how mindfulness of breathing can enhance emotional resilience and promote clarity in stressful situations.
  • Demonstrate the ability to use mindfulness of breathing techniques, such as observing long and short breaths, to achieve a calm and focused state.
  • Define the key components of a proper meditation posture, including straight back, relaxed shoulders, and aligned head and neck, by the end of the lesson.
  • Demonstrate the ability to maintain a comfortable and stable meditation posture for at least five minutes, ensuring relaxation and alertness, by the end of the lesson.
  • Define how meditation activates the body's relaxation response to reduce stress hormone levels like cortisol and improve overall mental well-being.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of meditation on cardiovascular health by identifying how regular practice can lead to lowered blood pressure and improved heart function.
  • Describe the historical evolution of meditation, identifying key cultural and religious influences from Hinduism and Buddhism.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Meditation Mastery: Learn How to Meditate
Course Number: 7550359
Lessons Rating: 4.5 / 5 Stars (3,874 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: Accessible from any state in the U.S., this course covers key areas such as California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. The course is also offered in English-speaking nations like Australia, Canada, the UK, and South Africa.
Last Updated: January 2024
CEU Value: 0.8 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Classes
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "I really appreciated the teachings of Meditation 101, and the feedback I received from my instructor. This course provided the perfect introduction to the history of, and practical application of, Meditation, helping me fully understand why so many people recommend this practice in our daily lives, but also to unveil the secrets of spiritual peace, mindfulness, confidence, and good health and well-being (to name a few) that this wonderful art can bring to a person. I really enjoyed everything I learned, and I really needed it in my life. Thank you!" -- Sarah J.
  • "I have recommended the course to a friend and also a local workshop I attend. I am spreading the word how much I enjoyed and the help I got from this course." -- Nicola C.
  • "This has been a great introduction to Meditation and I found the course material relevant and easy to understand. The instructor was prompt and always provided feedback and encouragement. I will definitely recommend this course to anyone who is interested in getting started on learning to Meditate." -- Zoripha K.
  • "I think the instructor was great, and really knowledgeable. Great class!" -- Jens P.
  • "I found the explanation of the different poses helpful. Even though this course took longer than the other ones I think it was very beneficial for the assignments to try different aspects for a few days, unlike some classes where you just spit the material right back." -- Megan P.
  • "I enjoyed learning about Mindfulness of Breathing and the history of Meditation. Also, the chapter on Meditation postures. I have long been in interested in Meditation and this class forced me to learn how to practice Meditation and make it a part of my daily life. I also loved the last chapter that covered using the technique Morning Pages from the book The Artist's Way. I have been using this technique and find that it is helping to open my mind." -- Susan P.
  • "I find all aspects of the course helpful as this was the first time doing a study in meditation. It was very enlightening and provided me with some of the tools necessary along the road of self improvement. I have only good to say about the instructor. He was prompt in grading my lesson and provided valuable comments when needed. I find him to available at all times which I think is excellent. I would not hesitate to do other courses with him." -- Joan M.
  • "Instructor is really expert in his field and goes a long way in making you feel like you're really there taking the class and not in a virtual classroom. I came to a better understanding of what the practice of meditation was about and left the class able to meditate." -- Jill A.
  • "I liked the simplicity but quality of this course. The instructor is expert and available." -- Ineke D.
  • "I needed a means to try to relax, lower my blood pressure, this course helped me do that." -- Robert C.
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