An Eight-Week Zen Meditation and Music Programme for Mindfulness and Happiness: Qualitative Content Analysis.
Mi Hyang Hwang, Leslie Bunt, Catherine Warner
Int J Environ Res Public Health December 4, 2023 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20237140 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Qualitative study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | University music therapy students |
| Interventions | Zen meditation music listening |
| Duration | 8-week intervention |
| Topics | Buddhism Meditation |
| Keywords | Contemplation Guided practice Inner focus Mental well-being Happiness Wellness Emotional health Inner peace Contentment Positive outlook Stress reduction Calm Relaxation Tranquility De-stress Serenity Personal growth Self-improvement Inner transformation Self-development Positive change Self-discovery |
| Citations | 9 |
| Key findings | An 8-week Mindfulness Meditation programme combining Zen meditation and music listening is a potential approach for enhancing mindfulness, happiness and stress management. |
Abstract
Mental wellness can be related to healthier living, the learning process and working environments for people in the university community. A wide range of mental wellness programmes have been explored to provide students with pleasant and satisfying experiences. The purpose of this study is to explore the effects of integrating Zen meditation and music listening on the mindfulness and happiness levels of university music therapy students. A qualitative methodology was used, and data were collected through surveys and semi-structured interviews. To investigate various aspects of data regarding the role of the meditation and music (MM) programme for mindfulness and happiness, this study used thematic analysis within a qualitative research design. The findings of this study suggest that the 8-week Mindfulness Meditation (MM) programme is a potential approach for enhancing mindfulness, happiness and stress management. These results carry broader implications, particularly in terms of supporting mental health resources in higher education. Furthermore, the study contributes to the ongoing discussion regarding the positive impact of combining meditation and music to promote mental well-being. This integrated approach has the potential to strengthen coping strategies and further promote the integration of music and meditation practices in various contexts, including higher education.