{"id":6835,"date":"2024-04-07T18:57:06","date_gmt":"2024-04-07T17:57:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/icertpublication.com\/?page_id=6835"},"modified":"2026-02-24T09:40:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T04:10:00","slug":"role-of-mindfulness-and-stress-management-in-enhancing-life-skills-for-sustainable-living","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/icert.org.in\/index.php\/edu-mania\/edumania-vol-02-issue-02\/role-of-mindfulness-and-stress-management-in-enhancing-life-skills-for-sustainable-living\/","title":{"rendered":"Role Of Mindfulness And Stress Management In Enhancing Life Skills For Sustainable Living"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Role Of Mindfulness And Stress Management In Enhancing Life Skills For Sustainable Living<\/span><\/p>

Sehgal, Richa<\/span>1<\/span><\/span> and Kaur, Amandeep<\/span>2<\/span><\/span><\/p>

1<\/span><\/span>Research Scholar, Education Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh<\/span><\/p>

2<\/span><\/span>Principal, G.H.G Harprakash College of Education for Women, Sidhwan Khurd<\/span><\/p>

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DOI: <\/span>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.59231\/SARI7704<\/span><\/a><\/p>

Subject: Psychology \/ Wellness<\/span><\/p>

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Accepted: March 13, 2024<\/span><\/p>

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Thematic Classification: Mindfulness, Stress Management, Life Skills Enhancement, Sustainable Living, Mental Well-being, Personal Development.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Abstract<\/span><\/p>

The present paper investigates the intertwining dynamics of mindfulness, stress management and their collective impact on fostering essential life skills for sustainable living. Stress is a part of modern life, and it can have a profound effect on our health and well-being. However, there are ways to manage stress, and mindfulness is one of the most effective. Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present in the moment and paying attention to our thoughts, feelings, and sensations. It\u2019s about being aware of our experience in a non-judgmental way, and accepting it for what it is. By doing so, we can develop a greater sense of self-awareness and improve our ability to manage stress. Mindfulness programmes promote student wellbeing and positive behavior as well as the development of key life skills including self-regulation and stress management. Examining the nexus between mental well-being and sustainable behaviors, the paper explores how mindfulness practices and stress management contribute to the development of skills crucial for navigating the challenges of contemporary life sustainably.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Keywords:<\/span> Mindfulness, stress, behavior, well-being.<\/span><\/p>

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\u00a0Impact Statement<\/span><\/p>

Stress management, mindfulness, and life skills for sustainable living are all intricately connected and contribute to a healthier and more balanced life.<\/span> Mindfulness practices like meditation and deep breathing help us become more aware of our thoughts and emotions without judgment.<\/span> It cultivates a sense of interconnectedness with the environment.<\/span> By understanding the environmental impact of our choices, we can make informed decisions that contribute to a sustainable lifestyle. Mindfulness promotes critical thinking and open-mindedness, which are essential for learning and implementing life skills for sustainable living. Effective stress management through mindfulness frees up mental space to focus on adopting and maintaining sustainable habits.<\/span> stress management, mindfulness, and life skills for sustainable living work together to create a positive cycle. By managing stress and cultivating mindfulness, we can make informed choices and develop the skills necessary to live a more sustainable life.<\/span><\/p>

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About Author\/s<\/span><\/p>

Ms. Richa Sehgal, scholar at Department of Education, Panjab University, Chandigarh.\u00a0 She did M.A. (Psychology) from IGNOU, New Delhi; M.A. (Education) from Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, M.A.(Mathematics) from Vinayaka Mission University, Salem, Tamilnadu and qualified UGC (NET) in Education. She has twenty-seven years of teaching, administrative and counselling experience at School level. She has attended various workshops and seminars at national and international level. Her areas of interest are Counselling, Life Skills \u00a0 and Educational Psychology.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Dr. Amandeep Kaur did M.Sc. (Botany), M.Sc. (Ecology and Environment) M.Ed. and Ph.D. (Education) from Panjab University, Chandigarh. She has cleared U.G.C (NET) in Education. Presently, she has been working as Principal, G.H.G Harprakash College of Education, Sidhwan Khurd, Ludhiana. She has 20 years of teaching experience at B.Ed. and M.Ed. level and 5 years of administrative experience. She has guided many students for Dissertations of M.Ed. and many students for Dissertations of M.Phil. She has been contributing research papers to various National and International Journals. Till date 23 research papers has been published in various research journals of National and International repute. She has presented papers at various National and International conferences, Seminars, attended Workshops. She is also among one of the panelists for interviews of Principals and PU Inspections. Her areas of interest are Science, Environment Education, Education for sustainable Development and Global Peace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Cite this Article<\/span><\/p>

APA 7th Style:<\/span> Sehgal, R., & Kaur, A. (2024). Role of mindfulness and stress management in enhancing life skills for sustainable living. <\/span>Shodh Sari-An International Multidisciplinary Journal<\/span>, <\/span>3<\/span>(02), 289\u2013294. <\/span>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.59231\/SARI7704<\/span><\/a><\/p>

Chicago 17th Style:<\/span> Sehgal, Richa, and Amandeep Kaur. “Role of Mindfulness and Stress Management in Enhancing Life Skills for Sustainable Living.” <\/span>Shodh Sari-An International Multidisciplinary Journal<\/span> 3, no. 2 (2024): 289\u2013294. <\/span>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.59231\/SARI7704<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>

MLA 9th Style:<\/span> Sehgal, Richa, and Amandeep Kaur. “Role of Mindfulness and Stress Management in Enhancing Life Skills for Sustainable Living.” <\/span>Shodh Sari-An International Multidisciplinary Journal<\/span>, vol. 3, no. 2, 2024, pp. 289-294, <\/span>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.59231\/SARI7704<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>

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Statements & Declarations<\/span><\/p>

Review Method:<\/span> This article underwent a double-blind peer-review process by independent experts in Educational Psychology and Sustainable Development to evaluate the relationship between psychological well-being and life-skill acquisition.<\/span><\/p>

Competing Interests:<\/span> The authors Richa Sehgal and Amandeep Kaur declare that they have no financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that could have inappropriately influenced the research findings or the psychological frameworks presented in this study.<\/span><\/p>

Funding:<\/span> This research was supported by the academic infrastructure of the Education Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh, and G.H.G Harprakash College of Education for Women, Ludhiana. No specific external grants were received for this study.<\/span><\/p>

Data Availability:<\/span> The analysis is based on a systematic review of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) techniques and their correlation with the WHO-defined life skills. All secondary data sources and theoretical frameworks are cited within the manuscript.<\/span><\/p>

License:<\/span> Role of Mindfulness and Stress Management in Enhancing Life Skills for Sustainable Living<\/span> \u00a9 2024 by Richa Sehgal and Amandeep Kaur is licensed under <\/span>CC BY-NC-ND 4.0<\/span>. This work is published by the International Council for Education Research and Training (ICERT).<\/span><\/p>

Ethics Approval:<\/span> As this study is a theoretical and qualitative analysis of psychological concepts and does not involve direct human or animal experimentation, it was deemed exempt from formal ethical review while maintaining strict adherence to academic integrity.<\/span><\/p>

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