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    Learner Reviews & Feedback for De-Mystifying Mindfulness by Universiteit Leiden

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    About the Course

    Interest in meditation, mindfulness, and contemplation has grown exponentially in recent years. Rather than being seen as mystical practices
    from ancient Buddhism or esoteric philosophy, they are increasingly seen as technologies rooted in evidence from psychology and
    neuroscience. Mindfulness has become the basis for numerous therapeutic interventions, both as a treatment in healthcare and as a means of
    enhancing well-being and happiness. For millions around the world, mindfulness has become a life-style choice, enhancing and enriching
    everyday experience. Mindfulness is big business. But, what actually is mindfulness? Is it really good for you? Can anyone le...
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    Jul 20, 2020

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    A course that will open your mind and heart. I thoroughly enjoyed it and learnt so much about Mindfulness and how I want to incorporate it into my daily life, relationships and personality. Thank you!

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    Feb 2, 2020

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    It is such a useful and practical course. The contents, discussions, assignments and quizzes are extremely insightful. I truly enjoyed the course and awaiting a second phase of the course in future.

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    May 27, 2020

    I completely loved it. It gave me a different perspective about my options as a human and a better way to enjoy the present.

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    Sep 10, 2017

    Very well thought out materials, great set up for interacting with other learners, nice balance between theory and practice.

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    Jul 23, 2020

    Great course! Has helped me to learn about mindfulness and to try to be mindful on a daily basis. I strongly recommend it.

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    Jan 9, 2020

    Hands-down the best MOOC I've taken thus far! Thank you so much for this wonderful gift. May we all be happy and free. =)

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    Feb 10, 2017

    A great balance of academic content and experiential learning. This course helped me so much in my daily life. Thank you!

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    Nov 3, 2021

    Do it without hesitation. It was an amazingly enriching experience. Thank you Dr Chris Goto Jones and Leiden University.

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    By Stefano M

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    Oct 26, 2019

    Awesome course, both theoretical and practical. It explores the topic of mindfulness with an interdisciplinary approach.

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    Aug 1, 2019

    Simply great! Thanks to Chris Goto-Jones and the other teachers , and to Leiden Universiteit for this beautiful course.

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    Apr 12, 2018

    This is a great Course! It helped me being focused, exploring my own desires, and making progress in manifesting them...

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    By Muniyappa R

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    May 27, 2020

    Course was excellent and hoping to enjoy the fruits as i practice your Mindfulness course material.

    Regards and Namasthe

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    By Edith R

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    May 25, 2020

    Course content and teaching process was excellent. I would like the process to work with the platform is more friendly.

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    By Julián D H S

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    Dec 29, 2022

    Es maravilloso el curso. Permite tener una idea de la atención plena mucho más rica y da la oportunidad de practicar.

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    By SUCHIT D

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    Jun 13, 2020

    EYE OPENER . MIND OPENER. BRILLIANTLY CONSTRUCTED . EXCELLENT LECTURES. PAR EXCELLENCE INSTRUCTOR . CHANGED MY LIFE!

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    Jul 7, 2018

    I can't recommend this course highly enough. It has changed my life forever and filled my world with joy. Thank you!

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    By Mercedes E M

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    Feb 25, 2018

    A very interesting course, I really enjoy it and I truly recommend it to anyone interested in Mindfulness. Thank you

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    By soanali m

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    Jul 11, 2021

    Very well structured, comprehensive course with valuable inputs from the experts. The meditation labs are an asset.

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    By PreetyParahoo

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    Aug 31, 2020

    Very enlightening and interesting course , looking forward for more advance course by the same team on Mindfulness.

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    By LENUTA S

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    Jul 17, 2020

    The course is exceptional, with very comprehensive contents for a beginner, the right pace and excellent professor!

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    By Janis G

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    May 31, 2020

    I loved this course! Includes a banquet of resources, communicated by professionals in the field. Highly recommend!

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    By Angela S

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    Apr 11, 2020

    Made a difference for me for sure! I established a meditation routine that really suits my everyday life. Loved it!

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    By Janis A

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    Aug 12, 2022

    Excellent course (my favorite) with the best instructor. Chris, I hope you teach additional courses. Thank you!

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    By Iqbal P A Z

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    Jun 16, 2020

    I got a lot of useful lessons here. I hope I could continue mindfulness practice so I can be present here and now.

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    By Jack v A

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    May 29, 2017

    A well rounded introduction to mindfulness practice with a lot of cultural context and subjective experimentation.

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    By Ali W H

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    Apr 28, 2019

    This course introduce the topic in an interesting way , I am sure anybody takes this course is going to love it .

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    By Rodrigo A A A

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    May 24, 2018

    Great Course!!! It allowed me to have a broader visión of Mindfulness as an integrative activity of consciousness

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