Online Class: Guided Meditation Practices

Imagine a world where peace isn't a distant hope but a palpable presence in your everyday life. A world where stress turns to calm, where distractions fade, leaving room for a clear mind and a nurtured soul

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  • 15
    Lessons
  • 15
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Imagine a world where peace isn't a distant hope but a palpable presence in your everyday life. A world where stress turns to calm, where distractions fade, leaving room for a clear mind and a nurtured soul. Welcome to the "Guided Meditation Practices" course, not just a learning journey, but an exploration into the very fabric of well-being and personal growth. This course offers more than just techniques; it opens doors to new perspectives, where introspection meets transformation, crafting a path towards a more serene and fulfilled you.

Set off on a journey that begins with your breath--a simple act you perform unconsciously thousands of times each day becomes a powerful tool for mastering life's challenges. Your breath can be both anchor and guide, gently leading you to discover a deeper sense of clarity and peace. In the bustling chaos of modern life, mindful breathing unfurls its ancient wisdom, reconnecting you with the serene core you've always had within.

Envisage this newfound state expanding beyond the boundaries of class as you practice body scanning. Here, every scan is a step toward a harmonious connection between body and mind, turning simple relaxation into a powerful experience of living fully in each moment. Experience empathy for yourself and others grow, nurturing kindness and compassion from the inside out and across every facet of your life. This course empowers you to become a more resilient, empathetic individual--an asset greatly needed in today's world.

Venture further with Metta meditation, a practice that transcends time and tradition, to awaken the warmth of loving-kindness. This isn't merely a meditation technique but a universal philosophy encouraging unconditional love, starting with yourself and outward to all beings. Having this quality in your daily interactions reinforces emotional sturdiness, radiating positivity into an often unkind world.

Delving into the interplay between gratitude and neuroscience, this course reveals to you the transformative power of appreciation. See your view of the world alter as gratitude becomes a lens, shifting your mindset, enriching personal relationships, and instilling a profound sense of contentment.

As you move through the course, discover the immense potential of visualization. Transport yourself via mental imagery to places of peace or success, building not just mental fortitude but also real-world possibilities. Your imagination is not simply creativity at play--it's a cornerstone upon which to build your future.

Embrace the ancient practices of grounding and chakra meditations, rediscovering your bond with the earth beneath your feet and the vibrant energies within. Each session is a step closer to balance and self-realization, intertwining the timeless wisdom of ancient traditions with your contemporary quest for health and harmony.

Witness the art of letting go with Progressive Muscle Relaxation. This profound practice is an invitation to enter a sanctuary of relaxation, where stress melts away, renewing your mental and physical health.

But the journey doesn't end there. It continues through guided meditations designed to focus your mind and bolster your emotional resilience. Experience the power of sound meditation, where modern discoveries meet ancient techniques, creating a symphony that calms the mind and body.

In moments of silence, find clarity. The silence of meditation in this course isn't absence but a powerful presence guiding you to greater mindfulness and well-being.

Finally, you will learn the art of intention setting--a deceptively simple practice that unites desire with purposeful action, transforming your meditation journey into an ongoing adventure of discovery.

This course is not just another set of lessons; it's a transformation, a craft of finding inner peace and joy, and allowing those qualities to color your life in the most extraordinary ways. A leap into this world of guided meditation is your passageway to a more intentional, compassionate, and deeply satisfying life. Ready for a change that sticks, that matters? Enroll now, step onto your mat, and begin this transformative journey today. The peace you're seeking is already within; this course simply shows you the way.

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  • 6 Months to Complete
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Course Lessons

Lesson 1. Mindful Breathing: Bridging Ancient Traditions with Modern Science

Mindful breathing, with roots in Buddhism's Anapanasati, promotes mental clarity and stress relief, supported by modern research highlighting its physiological and psychological benefits. By cultivating patience and focus through directed breath awareness, individuals report improved interpersonal relationships and enhanced quality of life. 20 Total Points
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Why this Course?
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam

Lesson 2. Body Scanning: A Path to Presence

Through consistent body scanning, one can experience personal transformation, fostering empathy towards oneself and others, along with enhanced emotional intelligence. It also cultivates tranquility that extends beyond practice, helping manage stress during daily challenges like meetings or presentations. 15 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam

Lesson 3. The Timeless Influence of Metta Meditation

Emerging from ancient Buddhism, Loving-kindness meditation emphasizes unconditional love for all beings, starting with oneself and moving outwards. Its universal principles have transcended time, now integrated across various global traditions, offering profound emotional and social benefits. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam

Lesson 4. Neuroscience Meets Gratitude: An Emotional and Physical Reawakening

As we weave gratitude into meditation practices, we can shift our perspective and appreciate life's nuances, from small joys to profound experiences. This conscious awareness not only cultivates peace but also enhances our connections with others through increased empathy and compassion. 11 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam

Lesson 5. Unlocking Tranquility: The Power of Mental Imagery in Meditation

Regular visualization practices enhance focus, creativity, and relaxation by stimulating the mind through multisensory images. By visualizing achievements or peaceful scenarios, individuals cultivate mental resilience and transform stress responses, showcasing visualization's extensive real-world benefits. 7 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam

Lesson 6. Rooting in the Here and Now: Unveiling the Secrets of Grounding Meditation

Revered across ancient civilizations for its holistic benefits, grounding meditation draws upon the Earth's natural energies, providing practitioners with a sanctuary of calm and clarity in today's hectic world. This timeless practice enhances self-awareness and interpersonal relationships, encouraging a present-focused mindset and fostering genuine emotional connection with others. 18 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam

Lesson 7. The Art of Letting Go: Progressive Muscle Relaxation

The practice of Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) involves focusing on each muscle group to release stress and tension, resulting in improved mental and physical health. Regular engagement with PMR has been shown to lower stress levels, improve sleep quality, and enhance physical recovery, all through the mindful relaxation of the body. 13 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Review Exam

Lesson 8. Mastering Chakra Meditation for Balance and Growth

Chakras, ancient energy centers within us, guide profound self-discovery and holistic well-being through meditation. Understanding and balancing chakras create a path to healing, harmony, and heightened self-awareness, resonating with spiritual traditions from Hinduism and Buddhism. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam

Lesson 9. Focus: The Hidden Power of Guided Meditation

Incorporating practices like tai chi and mindful walking, guided meditations for focus offer a multifaceted strategy to sharpen concentration even amidst chaos. These techniques not only improve task-oriented attention but also nurture emotional resilience and empathy in personal interactions. 15 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Review Exam

Lesson 10. Sound Meditation 101

Inciting a multisensory meditation experience, sound meditation incorporates instruments to produce frequencies that transform the brain's activity, promoting relaxation and introspective clarity. The practice connects ancient techniques with modern insights to cultivate physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. 6 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Review Exam

Lesson 11. Mindful Breathing: A Key to Inner Calm

Through guided meditations and mindful practices, individuals can explore emotional states, develop compassion, and enhance resilience. Studies reveal that incorporating mindfulness into educational and corporate settings improves focus, performance, and emotional intelligence. 0 Total Points

Lesson 12. Embracing Silence in Meditation for Enhanced Clarity and Healing

The exploration of silence within meditation reveals silence as an active, enriching presence that fosters a deeper connection with oneself. This internal silence is transformative, enhancing mindfulness, emotional well-being, and physiological health, while cultivating self-awareness and resilience in daily life. 9 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Review Exam

Lesson 13. The Role of Intention in Your Meditation Journey

The power of intention in meditation lies in its simplicity and capacity to drive change, fostering a conscious connection between desire and action. This practice harmonizes thought and behavior, infusing life's journey with depth and transforming meditation into a dynamic tool for self-discovery. 20 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 13 Review Exam

Lesson 14. Discovering the Path of Zen Walking Meditation

As a dynamic extension of Zen teachings, walking meditation unveils the transcendence of ordinary movement into moments of profound clarity. With each deliberate step, practitioners cultivate inner peace, promoting emotional resilience and interweaving mindfulness with daily life's complexities. 20 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 14 Review Exam

Lesson 15. Crafting Your Evening Oasis: Personalized Meditation Routines for Restful Sleep

Evening meditation engages the parasympathetic nervous system to reduce stress, resulting in improved sleep quality. Regular practice leads to deeper rest and rejuvenated mornings, benefiting both mental and physical health. 6 Total Points
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 15 Review Exam
180
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Demonstrate integration of mindful breathing techniques into daily life for improved emotional and physical well-being.
  • Recognize the historical roots of mindful breathing and its significance in ancient spiritual traditions.
  • Demonstrate improved emotional regulation by regularly engaging in body scanning, as measured by a reduction in stress-related symptoms and increased emotional stability.
  • Describe the process of body scanning in meditation by identifying and focusing on different body sensations to achieve a state of mindfulness.
  • Demonstrate the ability to perform loving-kindness meditation by directing thoughts of affection and compassion towards oneself and others during a 15-minute session.
  • Describe the historical significance and cultural evolution of loving-kindness meditation, connecting its origins with modern scientific interpretations and benefits.
  • Define the neural pathways involved in gratitude and explain their role in enhancing emotional and physical well-being.
  • Demonstrate how integrating gratitude into meditation can improve mindfulness and increase overall life satisfaction.
  • Define guided visualization techniques and identify their benefits in stress reduction and emotional balance.
  • Define the concept of guided visualization and explain its impact on reducing stress by articulating the connection between physiological response and mental imagery.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create a personal visualization journey by integrating detailed sensory elements to enhance mental well-being.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create a personalized visualization practice by crafting detailed mental images enriched with sensory details to enhance emotional well-being and stress management.
  • Define the historical significance of grounding meditation practices by identifying and describing at least two ancient cultures that utilized such techniques and their perceived benefits.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Guided Meditation Practices
Course Number: 57700307
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is fully available online in all 50 states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in major English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.
Last Updated: January 2025
CEU Value: 0.7 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: Curriculum-Based, Online Class
Instructional Method: Self-Paced, Asynchronous
Assessment Method: End of lesson review exams and course final exam
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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