Our Common Humanity

Stuck in a conflict with workmates? Annoyed by a colleague who seems bent on making your life difficult? Shift your perspective by paying attention to how that person shares a common motivation with you. This audio-only course is led by Dr. Cortland Dahl, a research scientist, meditation teacher, and Chief Contemplative Officer at HMI, along with special guest Dr. Richard Davidson, a pioneering neuroscientist in the field of attention. In this course, you’ll explore a profound research finding that indicates a social instinct evident in babies. you’ll also keep a grounding principle in mind when considering the dynamics of a tense team situation. After this mindfulness lesson, you will be inspired to use an empathic perspective to work through problems with others.