Published Online:March 2024
Product Name:The IUP Journal of Soft Skills
Product Type:Article
Product Code:IJSS040324
Author Name:Erwin L Rimban, Mark Anthony P Coloma, Jeresa P Camaeg and Meggie M Payaket
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Subject/Domain:Management
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Pages:13
The paper delves into the role of mindfulness meditation within the framework of transpersonal psychology, highlighting its significance in promoting psychological wellbeing, spiritual growth, and interconnectedness. Mindfulness meditation, rooted in Buddhist contemplative traditions, embodies principles of present-moment awareness, non-judgmental observation, and acceptance, which resonate with the core tenets of transpersonal psychology—self-transcendence, interconnectedness, and spiritual growth. Investigating mindfulness meditation in transpersonal contexts reveals its potential to facilitate personal transformation, enhance self-awareness, and foster a deeper sense of connection with oneself, others, and the world. Moreover, this study explores how mindfulness practices can contribute to the development of essential soft skills such as emotional intelligence, empathy, and communication effectiveness. Neuroscientific research further elucidates the mechanisms through which mindfulness practices induce structural and functional changes in the brain, leading to improved wellbeing and mental health outcomes. By integrating mindfulness meditation into transpersonal therapy approaches, individuals can experience spiritual awakening and contribute to broader social and spiritual transformation. The paper underscores the importance of exploring the intersection of mindfulness meditation, transpersonal psychology, and soft skills development, offering valuable insights into the transformative potential of contemplative practices.
Transpersonal psychology, as posited, encompasses the spiritual and transcendent dimensions of human experience, seeking to integrate traditional psychological perspectives with spiritual insights and practices.