Transcendental Chakra: A Multi-Sensory Meditation Spiritual Journey to Enhance Self-Awareness Based on VR
Danyang Peng, Shengyin Li, Tanner Person, Giulia Barbareschi, Pai Yun Suen, K. Minamizawa
SIGGRAPH Asia XR November 23, 2024 DOI: 10.1145/3681759.3688927 (opens in new tab) via Semantic Scholar
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA virtual reality system called Transcendental Chakra uses guided audio, visual effects, and vibrotactile feedback to help beginners practice chakra meditation by visualizing an astral avatar. The system aims to foster spiritual and physical self-awareness, addressing the lack of tangible and visual feedback in chakra-based meditation. The work explores how multi-sensory VR can support mindfulness for those new to chakra meditation.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Computer science Psychology |
| Key finding | Proposes that a VR multi-sensory experience with chakra feedback can aid beginners in chakra meditation and foster self-awareness. |
Abstract
Chakra, originating in Hinduism, is described as luminous wheels or auras representing different elements within the body that reflect a person’s self-awareness. Chrakra-based meditation techniques can support individual wellbeing, but the provision of Chakra feedback in a visual and tangible manner to facilitate mindfulness is largely unexplored. Transcendental Chakra is a virtual reality (VR) multi-sensory experience using guided audio, visual effects, and vibrotactile feedback to aid beginners in chakra meditation by visualizing their astral avatar. The goal of this work is to foster both spiritual and physical self-awareness.