Embarking on the Path of Serenity: Unraveling the Impact of Buddhist Meditation on Modern Life in Bandung
Jajang Nasserie Djamaludin
Subhasita: Journal of Buddhist and Religious Studies June 14, 2023 DOI: 10.53417/jsb.105 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Qualitative study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Buddhists in Bandung, West Java |
| Intervention | Meditation |
| Topics | Buddhism Meditation |
| Citations | 2 |
| Key findings | The authors report that regular meditation by Buddhists in Bandung cultivates a calmer mindset, improves stress coping, supports emotional regulation, and enables quicker problem-solving in daily life. They argue that meditation also serves as a transformative practice fostering wisdom and tranquility in the pursuit of enlightenment and happiness amid modernization. |
Abstract
The inexorable flow of modernity throughout the world has changed the fabric of life tremendously, leading to various social problems. In response to this, religious individuals, who already have standardized guidelines in their lives, are seeking ways to navigate and address the complexities brought on by modernization. This research delves into the impact of meditation practiced by Buddhists in Bandung, West Java, utilizing a qualitative method. The study unravels the profound influence of meditation on the pattern of daily life, emotional regulation, and overall mental well-being of the meditators. The findings indicate that regular meditation practice not only cultivates a calmer and composed mindset but also enhances the ability to cope with stress, facilitates emotional control, and fosters quicker problem-solving skills in their everyday activities. Moreover, the research sheds light on how meditation serves as a transformative tool, leading to increased wisdom and tranquility, ultimately aiding individuals in seeking enlightenment and attaining ultimate happiness amidst the challenges of modern life. The significance of this research in academia lies in its contribution to a deeper understanding of the transformative impact of Buddhist meditation on daily life and mental well-being, providing valuable insights into the role of meditation practices in navigating the complexities of modernity.
Comparable studies
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| Study | Year | Design | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| The varieties of contemplative experience: A mixed-methods study of meditation-related challenges in Western Buddhists Western Buddhist meditation practitioners and experts in Theravāda, Zen, and Tibetan... | 2017 | Qualitative study with mixed-methods | |
| A phenomenology of meditation-induced light experiences: traditional buddhist and neurobiological perspectives American Buddhist practitioners | 2014 | Qualitative study | |
| Common Core Thesis and Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Mysticism in Chinese Buddhist Monks and Nuns Chinese Pure Land and Chan Buddhist monks and nuns | 2011 | Mixed-methods study | n = 139 |
| Anger regulation in traumatized Cambodian refugees: the perspectives of Buddhist monks. Buddhist Cambodian monks in Massachusetts | 2011 | Qualitative study | n = 6 |
| The Lived Experiences of Experienced Vipassana Mahasi Meditators: an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis Experienced Vipassana Mahasi meditators | 2018 | Qualitative study |