The relationship between mindfulness and subjective well-being among Filipino seminarians

Date of Publication

2014

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Psychology Major in Clinical Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Thesis Adviser

Ma. Caridad H. Tarroja

Defense Panel Chair

Roseann R. Tan-Mansukhani

Defense Panel Member

Constantine D. Della
Ma. Angeles G. Lapena

Abstract/Summary

The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between mindfulness and subjective well-being among seminarians who went on a five-week mindfulness program. A mixed method research design was used in this study. Correlation was used to see possible relationships among five aspects of mindfulness, global mindfulness, amount of practice time and subjective well-being. Paired samples t-test was used to compare scores before and after the mindfulness program on five aspects of mindfulness and subjective well-being. It also sought to know if there are perceived impacts of mindfulness on subjective well-being. Results indicated that all five aspects of mindfulness increased after the mindfulness program as seen in the increased mean scores. There was a link between global mindfulness and subjective wellbeing with a significant change in correlation after the mindfulness program was done. Observing aspect also showed a significant relationship with subjective well-being. Mindfulness was seen as related to seminarians subjective well-being after the mindfulness program. Furthermore, there was an improvement in their mindfulness aspects, and seminarians view that there is a significant relationship between ones mindfulness and their subjective well-being as further explored in the interviews. Generally, the seminarians improved their understanding of themselves through self-appreciation and self-recognition. Their interpersonal relationship improved through compassion and taking responsible actions. A better coping style emerged through discovery of other possible conflict resolution strategies. Overall, the seminarians subjective well-being improved in the areas of the self, relationship to others and physical wellbeing.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Electronic

Accession Number

CDTG005668

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

1 computer optical disc ; 4 3/4 in.

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