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

The cultivation of equanimity has been emphasized in various indigenous philosophies and contemplative practices. This paper aims to develop an expansive understanding of equanimity as a distinct psychological construct. Thirty experts from various traditions such as Buddhism, Vedic studies, meditat...

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Authors: Jijina, Parisha (Author) ; Biswas, Urmi Nanda (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Taylor & Francis 2021
In: Mental health, religion & culture
Year: 2021, Volume: 24, Issue: 9, Pages: 873-886
Further subjects:B even-mindedness
B hedonic neutrality
B Samatva
B health concomitants
B Cultivation of equanimity
B holistic well-being
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