Contemplative Practices

As with other Naropa University degree programs, the MA in Transpersonal Psychology integrates meditation and awareness practices into the learning process. Such contemplative practices are at the core of transpersonal psychology. They provide the foundation for understanding, which is grounded in experience, and for more effective and compassionate application of transpersonal psychology. Students learn and practice meditation during the two summer intensives as well as through online course work with close supervision. Meditation practice courses are required in the first year of the program and may be included in a student's electives. Naropa's contemplative approach is found not only in meditation instruction and practice but throughout the program. The willingness to be in touch with one's present awareness with friendliness and curiosity is at the root of such a contemplative approach.