Mindful Strategies for Cyber Safety

WHAT IS MINDFULNESS?

Mindfulness is a quality of alert, open awareness. In contrast to a multitasking mind, mindfulness is a state of mind that has the ability to pay attention in a particular way, on purpose, in the present moment.

MINDFUL STRATEGIES FOR CYBER SAFETY:

Have you ever had that sinking feeling that you may have been hacked after you clicked on a link in an e-mail? Applying mindfulness can help protect you and Harvard from the very real concern of clicking impulsively on links in phishing emails. Come to understand the extent and impact of phishing and find out how to spot the signs of phishing and suspicious false emails. Participants will also learn cyber safety tips and be introduced to the basics of mindfulness. They will learn techniques to help regulate their state of mind to remain focused, creative and resilient and how to manage the distractions and intrusive threats that creep into day to day work.

This FREE session is available to all benefit eligible faculty and staff. Sign up today!

Date: Thursday, January 17, 2019, Time: 12:30 –2:00 PM
Location: Longwood, Countway Library, Minot Room
Audience: All
Length: 90 minutes

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