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(Set) The Power of Mind over Body & The Science of Mindfulness: A Research-Based Path to Well-Being

(Set) The Power of Mind over Body & The Science of Mindfulness: A Research-Based Path to Well-Being

(Set) The Power of Mind over Body & The Science of Mindfulness: A Research-Based Path to Well-Being

Tap into your mind’s hidden power with this two-course set that brings together The Power of Mind over Body and The Science of Mindfulness: A Research-Based Path to Well-Being. First, dive into the science behind the brain-body connection to understand how our moods and mental states impact us in both sickness and in health. Then, explore the science behind mindfulness and its application to an extraordinary range of human problems—psychological, social, and medical.

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