The Interplay of Mindfulness, Interoception, and Dual Emotions in Enhancing Psychological Well-being – Development of Heal-thy Life Spiritual Psychology Assessment Scale (HLSPAS)

The article proposes that psychological well-being can be enhanced through a progression from mindfulness to interoception, then to understanding internal values and balancing the dual emotions of silence and happiness. Mindfulness is defined as non-judgmental present-moment focus, and interoception as awareness of internal body sensations, which together improve self-regulation. Balancing silence and happiness is argued to promote mental clarity and reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. Happiness, linked to positive social interactions and compassion, supports relational well-being. The model, supported by spiritual practices emphasizing egolessness and contentment, suggests these elements synergistically foster psychological and physiological health. The research involves developing the Heal-thy Life Spiritual Psychology Assessment Scale (HLSPAS) to synthesize these elements into a coherent model.

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Abstract

Recent developments in positive psychology and spiritual practices suggest a nuanced pathway to enhancing psychological well-being through the cultivation of mindfulness, interoception, and balanced dual emotions. This article explores the conceptual progression from mindfulness to interoception, further leading to an understanding of internal values and the strategic balancing of the dual emotions of silence and happiness. Mindfulness, defined as the non-judgmental focus on the present moment. Interoception, or the awareness of internal body sensations, complements mindfulness by enhancing self-regulation. The integration of silence and happiness as dual emotions contributes to mental clarity which is crucial for reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Happiness, associated with positive social interactions and compassion, plays a critical role in the promotion of relational well-being. By maintaining a balance between these emotions, individuals may experience enhanced well-being through improved hormonal balance and psychological resilience. Supported by spiritual practices that emphasize egolessness and contentment, this model proposes that mindfulness, interoception, and dual emotion management can synergistically foster a health-promoting environment, both psychologically and physiologically. This research involving development of Heal-thy Life Spiritual Psychology Assessment Scale (HLSPAS) aims to synthesize these elements into a coherent model that contributes to the broader understanding of psychological well-being, drawing from spiritual experience and practice in these areas.