OLLI101512 - Buddhist Psychology [Online via Zoom]
Course Description
Buddhist Psychology
Instructor: Helen Rosen
Day of Week: Wednesday
Dates: Oct. 1 – Dec. 10
Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Online via Zoom
Buddhist psychology offers an alternative perspective on human behavior compared to Western psychology. Focusing on experience in the here and now, it explores how we develop our patterns of behavior and how we can cultivate greater happiness. This viewpoint challenges Western notions of emotions, thoughts, and behavior, inviting a fresh understanding of the human mind.
Maximum: 100
Instructor Bio: Helen Rosen, PhD, has studied and practiced Buddhism for nearly 25 years. She previously taught Buddhist psychology and other courses at the Won Institute of Graduate Studies. Rosen has published articles on Buddhism and meditation and leads sessions at the Philadelphia Meditation Center in Havertown. She holds a certificate from the Integrated Study and Practice Program at the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies.
Notes
Online courses are conducted via Zoom.
You don’t need a Zoom account, but we recommend installing the Zoom app. Refer to our Zoom Essentials guide for setup tips and a sample course link email. Zoom links are sent to registered participants the week before the semester starts and again on the day of each class.
We suggest creating a dedicated email folder for easy access. Your link is unique and stays the same all semester. If you can’t find it, check your Junk/ Spam folder or email us at olli@temple.edu. Please don’t share or use another person’s link, as attendance is tracked.