CLSTHMB007 - Breath: Tibetan Meditation and Breathing Techniques
Breathing is one of the most fundamental acts of life. Tuning into your breath and increasing its ease can be transformational, particularly in times of substantial stress. Meditation offers a range of practical tools to reconnect us with our breath, body, mind and spirit. Tibetan meditation expert Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D., reviews scientific findings on the health benefits of meditation and shares simple yet profound meditative techniques and breathing exercises. This class includes practices that may help you build resilience by staying more present and calm.
Content was previously recorded by the instructor (originally released September 29, 2020).
Note: This course is offered for educational purposes only. Please consult with the professional of your choosing if you are seeking specific therapeutic or medical advice.
You may also be interested in Dr. Chaoul’s in-person/on-campus course, The Nature of Meditation, March 19–April 9, 2024, noon- 1 p.m.
Course Details
Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D., is the founding director of the Mind Body Spirit Institute of The Jung Center. He has spent more than 20 years teaching meditation to people with cancer and other conditions as well as to caregivers and health professionals at MD Anderson Cancer Center and UT Health. Dr. Chaoul is also adjunct faculty at the McGovern Center for Humanities and Ethics at The University of Texas McGovern Medical School in Houston. He holds a doctorate from Rice University focusing on Tibetan spiritual traditions and has trained with Tibetan lamas for over 30 years.
Online: Pre-recorded / on demand
This course will be delivered in a pre-recorded/on-demand format. Registered participants will receive instructions to access the course page and may view the pre-recorded lectures in any order and as often as preferred. Check Section Notes for access availability.
This course is offered for educational purposes only. Please consult with the professional of your choosing if you are seeking specific therapeutic or medical advice.