Great courses (Compact disc)

The Teaching Company: 9303. Additional nos.: PC9303A (on discs) ; IC9303A-01 and IC9303A-02) on CD containers) ; PB9303A (on course guidebook)

Compact discs

In container (19 cm.)

Unabridged

Taught by Ronald D. Siegel

"[R]eveals the science behind mindfulness in compelling detail and demonstrates its application to an extraordinary range of human problems--psychological, social, and medical" -- from publisher's web site

Why mindfulness matters -- Our troublesome brains -- Informal, formal, and intensive practices -- Who am I? The perils of self -- Mindfulness or psychotherapy? -- Attention and empathy in relationships -- Science of compassion and self-compassion -- Tailoring practices to fit changing needs -- Modifying our brain function and structure -- Solitude -- an antidote to loneliness -- Connecting with children and adolescents -- Seeing sadness and depression in a new light -- Befriending fear, worry, and anxiety -- Transforming chronic pain -- Placebos, illness, and the power of belief -- Interrupting addiction and troublesome habits -- Overcoming traumas large and small -- Groundbreaking mindfulness programs -- Neurobiology of self-preoccupation -- Growing up isn't easy -- facing impermanence -- Toward a science of wisdom -- Promise of enlightenment -- Mindful ethics as a path to freedom -- New science of happiness -- Bonus disc. Breath awareness practice -- Loving-kindness practice -- Mountain meditation -- Breathing together -- Stepping into fear