Maintaining a Mindful Life
Interest in mindfulness has grown enormously over the last few years. It’s no surprise: mindfulness techniques can improve your communication skills, relationships and emotional health. But not everyone knows how to apply mindfulness in daily life.
Who should attend?
This course is intended for people with previous experience of practising mindfulness and we strongly recommend completing the introductory course Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance before doing this more advanced course.
Some practices in this course may not be suitable for people who have not previously learned and applied foundational mindfulness principles and techniques.
This course is not designed to be therapeutic for significant health problems so if you have any concerns in this regard then it is recommended that you speak to a suitably qualified health practitioner.
Fees
$99 (incl. GST)
2026 Course Dates
- 27 Apr - 24 May 2026
- 17 Aug – 13 Sep 2026
Discounts and group concessions
M3CS supports individuals and organisations striving to create positive impact and offers concessions and group discounts to help those with limited resources. Whether you are planning a community event, conducting research, running professional development programs or providing essential support services, we understand the challenges individuals and organisations can face. That's why we encourage you to reach out to us today and explore how we can work together to meet your specific needs and create positive change.
- 20% discount for Monash Staff, Monash Alumni and Students
- 25% discount for groups of 50-200
- 30% discount for groups 200+
* Discount codes can be applied at Checkout after Checkout Now.
** Monash staff can use a Cost Centre and Fund. Login via your Monash account at Checkout Now and select ‘Staff Cost Centre and Fund’.
*** Payment by invoice is available. Click Checkout Now and select ‘Pay By Invoice’
Contact m3cs@monash.edu and let us help you.
Course structure
Week 1 Communication
- Mindfulness principles
- Mindfulness meditation - the Comma
- Expanding and maintaining your practice
- Mindful communication
Week 2 Mindful relationships
- Benefits of mindfulness in improving relationships
- Assertiveness in setting boundaries and expressing needs
- Empathy and compassion
- Mindfulness when caring for self and caring for others
Week 3 Cultivating self-compassion and emotional health
- Self compassion and performance
- Mindfulness and pain
- Forgiveness, gratitude and social connections
- Creating compassionate environments
Week 4 The big picture
- Choice less awareness meditation
- Everyday mindfulness
- Ethics, values and goals
- Course summary
Frequently asked questions
What does the course involve?
The course includes videos, articles, guided practices, self-assessment questionnaires, resources, online discussion forums, and feedback videos.
Is there any compulsory assessment in this course?
No. There is no compulsory assessment in this course.
How much time does the course take each week?
The course covers approximately 2-3 hours of content per week. This can be more or less depending on the time you choose to spend exploring additional resources, exercises and engaging in discussion with other participants.
I don't have 2-3 hours per week available, can I still do the course and benefit?
Yes. You are in control of how far you take your learning. Do you just want to cover the basics? Do you want to go deeper? It's up to you. Many of the resources are downloadable so that you can keep the learnings and practice applying them in your own time.
Is the entire course viewable when the course commences?
Yes.
Do I receive a certificate at the end of the course?
Yes, after completion of an end of course survey.
How long do I get access to the course content?
You will have access to the course content for an extra 4 weeks after the course closes (course material is viewable for a total of 8 weeks).
Our organisation would like to have a dedicated run of the course for a large number of our staff only, is this possible?
Yes, please email m3cs@monash.edu to discuss.
Key faculty and presenters
Professor Craig Hassed
Professor Craig Hassed OAM is a doctor and the education director of the Monash Centre for Consciousness and Contemplative Studies and coordinator of mindfulness programs across Monash University. Craig also works in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences.
Dr Richard Chambers
Dr Richard Chambers is a clinical psychologist and internationally recognised expert in mindfulness. Richard is a key contributor to the Monash Centre for Consciousness and Contemplative Studies.