Scholars have uncovered evidence that the practice of meditation has been used for at least 5000 years - originating first in the east and then travelling across the world through to the west. Meditation has become mainstream in modern times with everyone from top CEO's to school children adopting the practice. This course will define and explore the practice and benefits of meditation. Students will learn different types of meditation (including mindfulness, Zen, mantra, transcendental, vipassana among others). Myths and misconception will also be explored and challenged. Students will participate in numerous experiential meditations throughout the course and explore the literature on how, when and where to meditate.
No Scheduled Class Meetings, January 16 - February 26 (Online)
Location:
ONLINE
Instructor:
Carolyn Plater-Zyberk
Notes:
Instructors
Carolyn Plater-Zyberk
Carolyn Plater-Zyberk works on an emergency crisis team at Mackenzie Health Hospital and Trillium Mississauga Hospital. She also operates a private counselling practice specializing in addictions and mental health with a focus on youth and young adults. She is a member of the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and the Ontario Association of Social Workers. Carolyn holds a B.A. in Psychology from York University, an Addiction Careworker Diploma from McMaster University, and a M.S.W. from the University of Toronto.
