Analysis of Thoughts Through Vethathiri Maharishi’s SKY Introspection Practice as a Multidimensional Cognitive-Regulatory Framework
International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology March 9, 2026 DOI: 10.38124/ijisrt/26mar188 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Key points | Argues that integrating cognitive and emotional regulation theories with the Analysis of Thoughts practice from Simplified Kundalini Yoga yields a five-dimensional model—Thought Awareness, Source Identification, Classification, Regulation, and Harmony-Oriented Transformation—that extends beyond therapeutic correction toward preventive and evolutionary cognitive refinement, supporting individual and collective well-being. |
Abstract
Background: Thought patterns significantly influence emotional regulation, physiological functioning, interpersonal behaviour, and societal harmony. Contemporary psychological science emphasizes cognitive restructuring and metacognitive awareness for mental health. However, limited models address systematic moral refinement and harmony-oriented thought transformation.
Objective: This conceptual paper integrates internationally accepted cognitive and emotional regulation theories with the Analysis of Thoughts practice from Simplified Kundalini Yoga (SKY) to propose a comprehensive framework for physical well-being, mental health, self-peace, family harmony, and social peace.
Methods: A theoretical integrative review methodology was adopted. Peer-reviewed literature from cognitive psychology, neuroscience, emotional regulation, and mindfulness research was synthesized and conceptually integrated with SKY introspection principles.
Results: The integration yields a five-dimensional model: Thought Awareness, Source Identification, Classification, Regulation, and Harmony-Oriented Transformation. The framework extends beyond therapeutic correction toward preventive and evolutionary cognitive refinement.
Conclusion: While contemporary psychology effectively manages dysfunctional cognition, SKY-based Analysis of Thoughts provides a structured, ethical, and socially integrative system for long-term cognitive harmony and collective well-being.