Everyone’s talking about it as a way to de-stress, be more
productive, and improve mental health. It’s now a billion-dollar
business that includes corporate trainings, apps, products, and
online courses… but what actually is mindfulness, anyway? This
webinar will examine the recent popularity of mindfulness in
Western society, as well as its history and tradition as a
Buddhist spiritual practice. What parts of mindfulness have been
embraced and adopted by our culture, and which portions have been
ignored? What do its proponents rave about, and what do its
critics argue? Is mindfulness a cultural movement, or is it a
fad? Is it a spiritual endeavor, or an intellectual one? Is it
political or apolitical, activist or apathetic? Is it an example
of globalization, or is it cultural appropriation? These are some
of the questions that will arise during the exploration of this
topic. You’ll come away with a greater understanding of
mindfulness, be able to detangle the ongoing conversations
surrounding it, and perhaps develop a curiosity to learn more!
