Enhance is a evidence-based mindfulness programme that aims at improving mental and physical well-being. The program has been evaluated with adult volunteers in Canada and the USA. It has been replicated successfully in college students. Its effectiveness was evaluated in four areas: cognitive function, attention, memory (physical activity), and spirituality. Participants also benefited the most from skill lessons that targeted their weakest areas. However, both groups showed improvements in well being.
Self-directedness
Learning how to self-direct is one way to improve your wellbeing. This can be done through a variety of activities. You could take music or art classes. A fitness class is also an option. You'll be happier if you take part in these types of activities.
Self-direction can also be achieved by developing a positive self image. Because people who feel in charge and empowered are more likely than others to support their own self-direction. Positive self-concepts can help people accept their responsibilities as human relatives.
Cooperativeness
Collaboration is an important social trait for human well being and can help boost our moods. This is particularly true in workplaces where people need to work together to meet goals and achieve smooth operations. Workplace leadership can use a variety approaches to create a positive environment.
The study participants were college students, so the results might not be representative of everyday situations. They might not be representative of the entire U.S. populace. Studies in the past have shown that cooperation does not depend on ethnicity or gender. The study didn't measure participants' trust in strangers. This is critical to determine whether people are willing and able to cooperate.
Self-transcendence
Self-transcendence can be described as a state in which you are aware of your thoughts and do something that is intentional. It has been shown to decrease stress levels and improve well-being. It can help you find meaning and purpose after experiencing loss or gain meaning from difficult situations. A positive outcome can be achieved by increasing self-transcendence. It can also transform a person's life and increase vulnerability. Research has shown self-transcendence can be a predictor and mediator of well-being.
Recent research shows that people who have had spiritual experiences are more likely to experience self-transcendence. They also found that self-transcendence was associated with higher levels of paranormal beliefs and traditional religiousness. However, this relationship was not found to be independent of existential well-being.
Character development
Angela Duckworth is the founder of Character Lab. This non-profit organization focuses on character building. She is also the Christopher H. Browne University Distinguished Professor of Psychology. She is also co-director of Penn-Wharton Behavior Change For Good Initiative, and Wharton People Analytics. Duckworth also founded a summer school for children with low incomes. She also has experience as a teacher of science and math, and as a management consultant.
Character development involves many positive and self-motivated actions. These behaviors are guided primarily by values. Israeli twins assessed their values at 11 years and 13 years of age. One study showed that there was a positive correlation in prosociality and benevolence. There were also negative associations with universalism power and achievement. The opposite pattern was found for popular concern and aggression. As well, peer conformity and risk taking were associated with openness and conservation.