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Publication Date: 2024
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Minimal Mindfulness for Maximum Impact: Mandalas, Positivity, Self-Compassion, and Gratitude in the Higher Education Classroom
Jennifer M. Joy; Kendra K. Fox; Lauren A. Shepherd
Journal of Educational Research and Practice, v14 n1 p286-295 2024
Numerous mindfulness-based interventions have demonstrated significant increases in users' overall physical and emotional well-being. Often, however, graduate-level instructors believe it would be too time-consuming to incorporate these worthwhile self-care strategies into their curriculum. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether participating in a day of mindfulness-based activities could increase overall mindfulness in graduate students. Intervention activities were focused on creating a safe and focused space, as well as instilling self-compassion, positivity, and gratitude. Twelve female graduate students completed short activities utilizing mandalas, prompts for self-compassion and positivity, and a forgiveness practice. Paired-samples t-tests showed the intervention significantly increased overall mindfulness in these students. This suggests the benefit of using mindfulness-based interventions in higher education.
Descriptors: Metacognition, Positive Attitudes, Altruism, Well Being, Self Concept, Psychological Patterns, Classroom Environment, Curriculum, Learning Activities, Graduate Students, Student Attitudes, Females, Conflict Resolution, Interpersonal Relationship, Prompting, Physical Health, Mental Health, Art Activities
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