1st Edition
by Kevin Page (Author)
College Mindfulness Training
is a ground-breaking book that carefully combines selected meditation
exercises with guidance explaining the background, scientific context,
and practical applications of mindfulness practice. More than just a
meditation manual, this book details how and why personal mindfulness
practice is essential for the college-aged student. In addition to
extensive practical exercises for both beginner and intermediate-level
meditation students, the author explores the kinds of institutions and
organizations that have arisen out of the popular mindfulness movement
and what career options in the field may be available in the future.
Throughout
the manual, the author provides readers with insights into basic
meditation techniques; active and passive meditation techniques; Focused
Attention Meditation in both guided and self-guided forms; Open
Monitoring Meditation; informal meditation exercises; a brief history of
the MBSR program and Koru meditation; a survey of current apps and
meditation-supportive technology platforms; and detailed instructions
for self-driven practice, and a semester-long outline for teachers.
A
captivating read, this book covers many of the essentials of
mindfulness meditation and self-care of interest to college students,
making it an essential tool for those of college age seeking to practice
mindfulness meditation as well as college educators seeking a guided
system to enhance their students’ emotional well-being and academic
performance.