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Buddhist Psychology



What Is In The Course
This course will provide an understanding of the self healing process to regain and maintain emotional health. A growing number of modern-day psychotherapists are incorporating Buddhist Psychology into their techniques, practice and lives. We will examine the reasons for tips.

This course is based on Buddhist psychology found in early Buddhism and meditation methods. It will cover the mind-body framework; the nature of blocked emotions; or gin of sexuality; emotions and emotional self-defence, mindfulness, problems of religious cults and essential interpersonal skills to succeed in life.

A wide range of background readings and notes on Early Buddhist Suttas on mind-healing will be provided . This is the first course of its kind in the region.

Course Syllabus
Healing Yourself. Buddhist psychotherapy as a way of life.
Psychological aspects of Buddhism.
Minding the Body. The psycho-physical aggregates: the nature of the body-mind interaction
Blocked Emotions. overcoming mental hindrances: clearing mental clutter through self examination.
Master-Minding. Overcoming distracting thoughts and thinking straight.
Dealing with Sexuality. Suffering of men and the suffering of women.
The Art of Loving. Dealing with one's negative emotions and learning to love oneself.
Emotional Self-defence. Dealing with negative emotions. Psychological defence mechanisms.
Just Looking. Dealing will, one's deeper emotions through focus of mindfulness.
The Shadow of Religion. The problem of cults & cult figures. Charisma and self-empowerment.
The Middle of the Middle Way. Dealing with problem vs. people. Change as a healing process.

Who Should Attend This Course?
Teachers, supervisors, managers, care-givers, counsellors and anyone interested in healing one-self as well offering help to others in need of emotional support and counselling.

Course Details
Date: Every Thurs (10 Sessions) Mar 24, 31; Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26
Venue: Brahm Education Centre, No 15 Lorong 29 Geylang #05-01
Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Course fee: $450
Certificate Awarded Upon successful completion with min 75% class attendance
To Register Please kindly call 6745 5007 or email: enquiries@brahmec.com
Website:http:// wvw.brahmec.com







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