Mental Habits, Transformed with Mindfulness

Course Goals This course is designed to help you become more aware of your thoughts—and how they shape your emotions, actions, and overall well-being. Through evidence-based mindfulness practices and a research-backed approach to metacognition, you'll learn how to observe your thinking more clearly, respond to mental habits with intention, and develop greater mental flexibility in daily life. At the end of this course, you will: • Understand what thoughts are, how they function, and why awareness of them matters • Gain a practical and theoretical introduction to metacognition and mindful attitudes • Learn two core mindfulness practices that foster thought awareness and cognitive flexibility • Recognize unhelpful thought patterns and practice responding to them with skill and compassion • Develop tools to manage overthinking, increase focus, and cultivate greater mental resilience • Receive clear answers to common questions about observing thoughts, helping you navigate early challenges with more ease and confidence Course Content: • What Are Thoughts? Why Thought Awareness Matters • Introduction to Metacognition & Mindful Attitudes • Core Practices: Thought Awareness and Mental Noting & Thought Changing • Common Challenges & FAQs: What to Expect When Observing the Mind • Integration Tools: Practice Recommendations & Journaling This course builds on a model taught in university settings and is informed by research we’ve conducted on the effectiveness of these practices. This course is ideal for: • Beginners who want a clear and supportive introduction to thought awareness and mindfulness • Professionals looking for tools to reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and build emotional resilience • Coaches, educators, and facilitators wanting to incorporate mindfulness and metacognitive skills into their work • Students and lifelong learners interested in self-development, cognitive psychology, and emotional well-being