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The International Journal of Health, Wellness, and Society

ISSN 2156-9053

2 papers in the library · publishing 2026

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Bodily Melodic Patterns

The International Journal of Health, Wellness, and Society May 19, 2026 Carolina A. Orozco

This study adopts a phenomenological approach to explore the lived experience of moving meditation—particularly Tàijí and Qìgōng—in relation to illness. Focused on the concepts of animation, that include, among others, the phenomena of movement and emotions, and body schema, as a pre-reflective awareness, the research investigates how self-movement and affectivity constitute modes of...

Enhancing Elderly Happiness and Well-Being Through Mandala Meditation Art

The International Journal of Health, Wellness, and Society April 27, 2026 Phramaha Thanawut Yanasopano, Wiphawan Limphaibool, Phrakhru Kowitarttawatee

Thailand’s rapid transition into a super-aged society presents critical challenges for promoting health and well-being among older adults. This study examines how a mandala art-based meditation program can function as a culturally grounded health promotion strategy to enhance happiness and mental wellness in elderly populations. A sequential mixed-method design was employed. In Phase 1,...