learn to take stock of what is influencing your mind in the moment
discover the benefits of mindfulness in meditation and daily activities such as cooking, eating, work, sports, parenting, and more
extend lovingkindness and compassion to yourself and all beings
be able to maintain equanimity and nonattachment in various situations
expand your own joy by rejoicing in the good fortune of others
discover the capacity of your mind to reduce stress, anger, and fatigue
learn more about "skillful means," actions based on kindness, respect, honesty, and timelinesstune in to the reports of your senses and increase awareness of your body
understand the transformative nature of generosity
probe the idea that we're not just here to work out our own karma but also that of our family, community, and nation
experience the support of the sangha or community
be socially engaged in projects for the well being of all