Understanding equanimity from a psychological perspective: implications for holistic well-being during a global pandemic

Jijina, Parisha; Biswas, Urmi Nanda

doi:10.1080/13674676.2021.1952970

“…In addition, we found a strong relationship between resilience and well-being as seen in Table 3 . This aligns with the S-ART model and previous research on the positive effect contemplative practices have on resilience and well-being, as well as the current literature calling for meditation and mindfulness during times of crisis [ 36 , 42 , 57 , 58 , 59 , 60 ].…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 86%

“…Thus, equanimity contributes to the ability to maintain calmness in the face of provoking stimuli [ 30 , 35 ]. Furthermore, the implications of cultivating equanimity during the COVID-19 pandemic has been explored in terms of its role in fostering adaptive coping and holistic well-being [ 36 ].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Value of Contemplative Practices: A Mixed Methods Approach Exploring Associations between Resilience and Experiences of the COVID-19 Pandemic among Older Adults

Achepohl

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Heaney

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Rosas

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et al. 2022

IJERPH

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The aim of this study was to explore the association between resilience and experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic among older adults. We used a sequential explanatory mixed methods study design to recruit older adults who spoke English and were 60 and above during the pandemic. Survey data investigated older adults’ resilience, post-traumatic growth, well-being, and demographics. Extreme case purposeful sampling of their resilience score was used to select interviewees. Qualitative data sought to understand the relationship between resilience and how older adults responded to the COVID-19 pandemic. Exploring the relationship between resilience (well-being in the face of challenge) and one’s experience of the COVID-19 pandemic revealed that participants categorized as having high resilience had long held behaviors of contemplative practices that helped them effectively adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic. As we continue to face global challenges, we must redefine care, guide interventions, and promote healthy aging by incorporating contemplative practices into the lives of older adults.

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“…As elucidated by Bodhi, this entails "treating them free from discrimination, without preferences and prejudices" (Bodhi, 2000, p. 87 as cited in Desbordes et al, 2015). At the highest levels, equanimity has been extrapolated as staying equipoised, steadfast, and thus even-minded in all situations towards hedonic emotional experiences (Jijina & Biswas, 2021;Parthasarathy, 2017). Overall, it suggests a state of balance, where one is not swayed by the turbulence of emotions, biases, or the upheaval in one's internal world, thus embodying a state of calm.…”

Section: Connection and The Concept Of Equanimitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Connecting in the Age of Disconnection: The Missing Link

Joshi,

Peiris

2023

Scope (Health & Wellbeing)

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“…As elucidated by Bodhi, this entails "treating them free from discrimination, without preferences and prejudices" (Bodhi, 2000, p. 87 as cited in Desbordes et al, 2015). At the highest levels, equanimity has been extrapolated as staying equipoised, steadfast, and thus even-minded in all situations towards hedonic emotional experiences (Jijina & Biswas, 2021;Parthasarathy, 2017). Overall, it suggests a state of balance, where one is not swayed by the turbulence of emotions, biases, or the upheaval in one's internal world, thus embodying a state of calm.…”

Section: Connection and The Concept Of Equanimitymentioning

confidence: 99%