Corresponding Author's : Dr Sarabjit Kaur Sran

Co-Author's : Japneet Kaur

Abstract :

The need for lasting happiness and peace conveys itself to every soul pan-era, through different experiences of life. This pursuit of happiness takes on a very urgent nature in the current age of Kalyug, and in the face of humankind’s current breakneck speed of ‘living’; a severe chaos unleashes itself on both our perceived external and internal worlds. Collectively re-seeking a refuge within, the importance of holistic wellbeing is re-surfacing in humanity’s understanding wherein the role of psychology and within it, meditation, is immense. Life is an act of long-term coping carried out to reach a state of undisturbed wellness. In this context, Nām Simran, a tool that awakens the experiencer to dharma, brings relief, effective coping and consequent experience of perpetual happiness and wellbeing. It has elements of devotional love, acceptance, unified consciousness, and selflessness, all of which find support in previous researches as aiding factors of health and happiness. Keeping these facts in mind, the present study strived to explore the effect of a three-month long Nām Simran intervention on the happiness and coping strategies of young adults. Mixed methods were utilized for analysis, no significant differences were found in happiness and coping levels through pre and post t-test, however, probable patterns of positive reinterpretation, acceptance, restraint, and planning emerge upon closer inspection. These patterns, in the light of themes of affective, cognitive, behavioral, and spiritual growth derived from in-depth interviews suggest the need for further research to gain insight into the impacts of Nām Simran.

Keywords :

Nam Simran, Amritvela, Meditation, Happiness, Coping Strategies

Article Details

Unique Paper ID: 67

Publication Volume & Issue: VOLUME 3 , ISSUE 1

Page(s): 46-57

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