Resources for Teaching Mindfulness

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Synopsis
This master-class-in-a-book isdesigned to guide teachers of mindfulness-based interventions (MBI) in continuingto develop more competence while raising global standards of practice andpedagogy. Starting with the central yet elusive concept of stewardship, it thenexpands upon the core components of MBI pedagogy. A series of reflective essaysby MBI teachers from around the world foregrounds differences and challenges inmeeting participants "where they are. " Such reflections are both inspiring andthought-provoking for teachers --wherever they are. The book also providespractical guidance and tools for adjusting teaching style and content forspecial populations, from chronic pain patients to trauma survivors, from healthcare professionals to clergy, and including many others. Detailed scripts andpractices, ready to adopt and adapt, offer opportunities to explore newdirections in the classroom, and to continue the life-long development of theteacher. Included in the coverage: Deepening teachers' skills of guidance of meditation practices Insights into the essential practice of inquiry and dialogue with participants New practices that allow participants to explore mindfulness together in a spoken encounter How to keep up with, review, and make clear to participants the range of scientific evidence supporting the MBIs The breadth of practical insightsand hands-on strategies makes Resourcesfor Teaching Mindfulness a unique developmental asset for a wide range ofpractitioners around the world. Among those who will benefit are physicians and other medical practitioners,health and clinical psychologists, marriage and family therapists, nurses,clinical social workers, physical and occupational therapists, health educators,and organizational development specialists.
Copyright:
2016

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:
9783319301006
Publisher:
Springer International Publishing, Cham
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Copyrighted By:
Springer
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Health, Mind and Body, Psychology
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
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This is a copyrighted book.

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