A Perspective on Epistemology and Ontology of Indian Psychology

Bhawuk, Dharm P. S.

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“…Such broad perspectives may also stem from Indigenous Indian religion and spiritual traditions and philosophies. Authors in the discipline of Indian psychology emphasised that in addition to dependence, materialism, and collectivism, the established set of attitudes/perceptions of an Indian mindset also involved holistic aspects that may vary by the diverse ethnic norms within their society [ 44 ]. Accordingly, attitudes of knowledge, realities, and existence (i.e.…”

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“…Accordingly, attitudes of knowledge, realities, and existence (i.e. how Indians may think, feel, act) may be distinctive, integrated by diverse aspects such as their physical, social and spiritual experiences [ 44 , 45 ]. Awareness of such cultural/contextual knowledge (perceptions, attitudes, intentions) as often overlooked in physical activity literature, may be useful when tailoring health promotion messages and population-specific physical activity interventions.…”

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A qualitative exploration of perspectives of physical activity and sedentary behaviour among Indian migrants in Melbourne, Australia: how are they defined and what can we learn?

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Background Although perceptions of what constitutes physical activity (PA) may vary between culturally diverse populations, very little research has explored the perceptions of PA among Indian migrants. This study aimed to identify how PA and sedentary behaviour (SB) are defined and describe how these definitions are shaped by cultural background and migration among a sample of Indian migrants living in Australia. Methods Using an exploratory qualitative approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with twenty-one Indian migrants living in Melbourne (10 men and 11 women; age range: 18 to 65 years). Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Data were coded and analysed inductively using thematic analyses. Results Data revealed two emerging themes: 1) Holistic perspectives related to PA, where although the majority of participants described PA as “any sort of movement”, or “physical exercise”, several of these descriptions had interwoven ideas related to the mind (mind-body connect), social, cultural, and to the outdoor environment; 2) Broader perspectives for SB, where descriptions of SB as “not having movement”, “doing nothing” or “being lazy”, were shaped with ideas of purpose and duration. Women spoke about how their perspectives of PA and SB may be shaped by native Indian experiences, particularly the gender roles, social caste, and regional subcultural norms which they perceived were important to consider among women who migrate to western settings. Conclusions Cultural background is important in shaping the perspectives of PA and SB among Indian migrants in Australia. Practitioners and researchers should consider the varying perspectives of PA to communicate and promote PA among migrant populations more effectively.

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A qualitative exploration of perspectives of physical activity and sedentary behaviour among Indian migrants in Melbourne, Australia: how are they defined and what can we learn?

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“…The three principal Vedantic scriptures (referred to as prasth anatray ı) are Brahmas utra, Upanis _ adas, and Bhagavadg ıt a. The Indian worldview, which is the foundation of Indian Psychology, is well presented in the first verse 4 of I śopanis _ ada (Bhawuk, 2010a). It emphasizes that the world does not stand apart from God but is pervaded by Him (Radhakrishnan, 1953).…”

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Karma Yoga: Scale development and studies of the impact on positive psychological outcomes at the workplace

Navare

Pandey

2022

Int'l Jnl of Cross Cultural Management

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Is achieving organizational performance and employee well-being a zero-sum game? Can cultural traditions provide an approach to realizing the spiritual aspects of ordinary vocations of life? We propose that the approach of Karm Yoga can answer these questions. This research presents the model of Karma Yoga derived from Vedantic tradition. We present three studies aimed at developing the construct and psychometric scale of Karma Yoga and examining its impact on workplace spirituality and positive psychological outcomes. Study 1 ( n = 459) is about the development of the construct and the scale of Karma Yoga and testing the reliability and validity of the same. Study 2 ( n = 337) is designed and carried out to examine the association of Karma Yoga on other widely studied indicators of workplace spirituality, i.e. mindfulness ( β = 0.44, p < .05) and self-transcendence. Further, in Study 3 ( n = 260), we investigate the hypothesis of a positive association of Karma Yoga with positive psychological outcomes like thriving, psychological capital, flourishing, and negative impact on job burnout. Empirical findings support these hypotheses. In this way, our research article presents the indigenous model of workplace spirituality by developing a theoretical framework and testing it empirically. Karma Yoga offers the ways and means to transcendence from an ego-centric approach of work to realizing the spirituality at work. This study also suggests that Karma Yoga reduces stress and leads to the path of well-being.

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“…Triguna theory: The Indian theory of personality Indian psychology has its epistemological roots in Indian philosophy (Bhawuk, 2010). The systems of Indian philosophy can be grouped into three couples comprising six philosophical traditions.…”

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Trigunas in organizations

Kumar

2015

Int'l Jnl of Cross Cultural Management

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The present study tests an alternative and indigenous theory of personality and explores its links with various aspects of organizational behavior. According to the Indian philosophy, trigunas (three trait-like components), namely, sattva, rajas, and tamas, are present in everyone, but it is the relative predominance of one of the three gunas that determines the personality of an individual. Sattva guna is reflected in equanimity, serenity, and poise. Rajas is expressed in high action orientation, ambition, lust, and so on. Tamas is the trait that is manifested in sloth and laziness. The predictive relationship of these three gunas with organizational citizenship behavior, job satisfaction, and job performance (task performance and overall performance) was measured using the method of multiple regression analysis. Data were collected in dyads using 82 mid-level managers and their subordinates working in various Indian banking organizations. Results confirmed that high sattva guna strongly predicted organizational citizenship behavior and high performance but not job satisfaction. Rajas was the second best predictor of these outcome behaviors (except job satisfaction) but was negatively related to them, suggesting that only when rajas was low would these desirable behaviors be exhibited. Tamas did not predict any of the outcome behaviors measured. This Indian perspective on personality has significant implications for cross-cultural management. These implications and limitations of the study are discussed.

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A Perspective on Epistemology and Ontology of Indian Psychology

Cited by 12 publications

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A qualitative exploration of perspectives of physical activity and sedentary behaviour among Indian migrants in Melbourne, Australia: how are they defined and what can we learn?

A qualitative exploration of perspectives of physical activity and sedentary behaviour among Indian migrants in Melbourne, Australia: how are they defined and what can we learn?

Karma Yoga: Scale development and studies of the impact on positive psychological outcomes at the workplace

Trigunas in organizations

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