Noticing the Good in Yourself

We often have a tendency to focus on the negative - especially in ourselves. But did you know that taking the time to acknowledge your positive qualities is actually good for your brain? This audio-only course is led by Dr. Cortland Dahl, a research scientist, meditation teacher, and Chief Contemplative Officer at HMI who spent eight years translating Tibetan Buddhist texts before getting his Ph.D. in neuroscience. He’ll lead you through a guided meditation to help you focus on your best attributes and notice the positive aspects of your life. You’ll be introduced to the negativity bias and learn about the power it holds over how we view ourselves. You’ll also learn how to shift to a more constructive mindset by focusing on the positive. After this course, you’ll have a strategy to overcome negative thoughts and boost your mood and outlook.