“The Secret” to Success? The Psychology of Belief in Manifestation

Dixon, Lucas J.; Hornsey, Matthew J.; Hartley, Nicole

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“…All participants, regardless of their anxiety and depression scores, attend 56 days of group therapy sessions during the one year; these incorporate guided meditation and journaling. The intervention is centred on cultivating positive energy through principles such as the law of attraction, gratitude, and affirmation [ 26 ]. Engaging in cognitive activities, such as creating a vision board, serves as a proactive measure for achieving personal goals and enhancing emotional intelligence [ 26 , 27 ].…”

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“…The intervention is centred on cultivating positive energy through principles such as the law of attraction, gratitude, and affirmation [ 26 ]. Engaging in cognitive activities, such as creating a vision board, serves as a proactive measure for achieving personal goals and enhancing emotional intelligence [ 26 , 27 ]. The intervention also emphasises the importance of long-term health management and maintenance through online group sessions following the program.…”

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The Diabetes Remission in India (DiRemI) study: Protocol for a prospective matched-control trial

Tripathi,

Kadam,

Tiwari

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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Background The global rise in diabetes, particularly in India, poses a significant public health challenge, with factors such as limited awareness, financial strain, and cultural considerations hindering its effective management. Although lifestyle changes have shown promising results, their consistent implementation and maintenance continue to pose challenges. Most studies have focused primarily on dietary modifications, overlooking other essential aspects of lifestyle intervention. The DiRemI study aims to address these gaps by evaluating the efficacy of a comprehensive one-year program that combines diet, exercise, psychological support, and medical management to achieve weight loss, diabetes remission, and improved glycemic control among patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) in India, while also considering the unique needs of the Indian population. Methods The DiRemI study is a prospective, open-label, matched-group trial aimed at assessing the impact of a one-year online integrated intensive lifestyle intervention (ILI) comprising dietary modifications, physical activity, psychological support, and medical management on weight loss and remission in adult T2D patients (aged 30–70 years), with a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 35 kg/m2, and disease duration of <15 years. ILI will be compared with routine medical care (RMC). Participants will be recruited from three clinics: one providing ILI and two others providing RMC. The co-primary outcome will be weight loss and remission at 12 months, with a follow-up at 18 months. The proposed sample size is 360 participants (180 each in intervention and control group). Discussion The DiRemI study represents the first large-scale remission study in India to show the effectiveness of an integrated approach in the remission and management of T2D and its complications. The findings of this study hold the potential to report evidence-based strategies for managing T2D both in India and globally, thus alleviating the substantial burden of diabetes on public health systems. Trial registration Clinical Trials Registry, India (Registered Number: CTRI/2023/06/053885).

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The Diabetes Remission in India (DiRemI) study: Protocol for a prospective matched-control trial

Tripathi,

Kadam,

Tiwari

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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“…It is believed that people's thoughts and emotions can influence the experiences and events they attract. According to this theory, if you focus on positive thoughts and feelings, you will attract more positive things, and vice versa (Carvel, 2022;Dixon, Hornsey & Hartley, 2023). These two concepts are similar to a certain extent, as they both involve how thoughts and expectations influence people's real-life experiences.…”

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Listening to the Voice Within Effectiveness of a Spirituality-Oriented College Career Planning Course

Peng,

Gao,

Chiang

2023

IJPS

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This action research anchors on the integration of spiritual cultivation related activities into career planning courses in college. Based on Krumholtz’s Planned Happenstance Career Theory approach and applying the concepts of psychology, this study examines the curriculum of this spirituality-oriented college course in career planning. It is hoped that students establish the good habit of “listening” by leveraging chance events in life to create surprises in life and career development. The action research is centered in the 18-week program and based on single-group post-test experiment design. The teaching effectiveness is evaluated with two questionnaires, “Measurement of Satisfaction with Curriculum and Teaching and Feedback Form” issued to students and “teaching assessment” issued throughout the campus. The results indicate that students think positively of the curriculum. The mean of the level of satisfaction with integration of spirituality-related activities into teaching is 4.74 and the standard deviation is 0.44. The mean of the level of satisfaction with overall teaching and planning is 4.81 and the standard deviation is 0.40. Furthermore, the mean of the level of satisfaction with teaching of this curriculum is 4.78 and the standard deviation is 0.42 according to the questionnaire survey on teaching (based on a 5-point scale). Effectiveness is evidenced with the high means shown in the questionnaire on learning satisfaction and the assessment of teaching. This curriculum model achieved a high level of satisfaction among students. The qualitative analysis of open feedback finds that this curriculum model helps to enhance learning satisfaction. Self-concept reinforced by listening to the voice within and learning enhances the ability to think positively and deal with pressure. The pondering of meanings of life, life philosophy and goals in life during the course helps one’s career development. Finally, the findings of this action research suggest that it is feasible to promote the teaching model of spirituality-oriented career planning courses for college students in higher education. Hopefully the resulting ripple effect can advocate and drive long-term vision of spirituality-oriented career planning courses for college students in higher education.

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Improvement in symptoms of anxiety and depression in individuals with type 2 diabetes: retrospective analysis of an intensive lifestyle modification program

Tripathi,

Sharma,

Kadam

et al. 2024

BMC Psychiatry

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Background Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a chronic metabolic disorder that has a notable influence on mental well-being, contributing to elevated morbidity and mortality rates. Depression and anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concerns among patients with T2D worldwide. Therefore, the present study aimed to assess the impact of an online intensive lifestyle intervention (ILI) on mental health outcomes (depression and anxiety) in patients with T2D in India. Materials and methods This retrospective pre-post analysis included adult patients (aged > 18 years) diagnosed with T2D who were enrolled in a diabetes management program in India between June 2021 and June 2023. The intervention consisted of lifestyle modifications such as a customized plant-based diet, regular physical activity, psychological support through group and individual therapy, and medical management. Data were extracted from the electronic database of the clinic, including anthropometry, medical history, biochemical parameters, symptoms of depression, and anxiety (assessed using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and Generalized Anxiety Disorders-7 (GAD-7) scale) at the start and end of the six-month intervention period. Results Of the 1061 eligible patients (177 with prediabetes), 40.3% were female. The mean age, duration of diabetes, and HbA1c levels were 52 ± 10.4 years, 9.8 ± 7.8 years, and 8 ± 1.7%, respectively. The prevalence of symptoms of depression and anxiety (ranging from mild to severe) was 46% and 44.3%, respectively, which reduced to 28.7% and 29.2%, respectively, post-intervention. Conclusion Integrated ILI successfully improved the symptoms of anxiety and depression, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach that includes diet, physical activity, psychological support, and medical management in enhancing mental health outcomes among patients with T2D. Future prospective studies are needed to explore the long-term effects of such interventions and develop effective strategies for promoting mental health in diverse populations. Trial registration The study was approved by the Freedom from Diabetes Research Foundation Institutional Ethics Committee (approval number FFDRF/IEC/2024/7) and registered in the Clinical Trials Registry of India (CTRI/2024/03/064596, registered on March 21, 2024).

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“The Secret” to Success? The Psychology of Belief in Manifestation

Cited by 3 publications

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The Diabetes Remission in India (DiRemI) study: Protocol for a prospective matched-control trial

The Diabetes Remission in India (DiRemI) study: Protocol for a prospective matched-control trial

Listening to the Voice Within Effectiveness of a Spirituality-Oriented College Career Planning Course

Improvement in symptoms of anxiety and depression in individuals with type 2 diabetes: retrospective analysis of an intensive lifestyle modification program

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