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INDIGENOUS EMERGING
TRENDS IN POSITIVE
PSYCHOLOGY
National Press Associates
Editors
Shailendra Kumar Sharma
Kailash Chandra Barmola
Indigenous Emerging
Trends in Positive
Psychology
Editors
Shailendra Kumar Sharma
Kailash Chandra Barmola
ISBN: 978-81-19674-26-8
National Press Associates
New Delhi
Indigenous Emerging Trends in Positive
Psychology
Editors
Shailendra Kumar Sharma
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Government Model Degree College,
Saharanpur (UP)
Kailash Chandra Barmola
Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, SRM University, Sonepat, Haryana
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Preface
Positive psychology is a dynamic sub discipline of psychology with ongoing research
exploring various aspects of human well-being, flourishing, and resilience. This alters the
attention from merely treating psychological problems to enhancing positive aspects of
individuals. Incorporating positive aspects such as happiness, fulfilment, and life satisfaction
in study frame, Positive Psychology offers insights into how individuals can achieve more
meaningful, happy and fulfilling lives. We have vast western literature and studies on it.
Though there is a dearth of empirical studies looking to Indian contexts. Understanding
constructs and concepts of positive psychology in Indian context can be helpful in designing
and developing models, plans and interventions programs. Hence, it is the need of the hours
to explore the nature and practices of positive psychology in indigenous contexts. The
objective of the edited book was to present a collection of indigenous researches focusing
towards new models and practices in field of positive psychology. Indigenous frameworks,
perspectives augment positive psychology by emphasizing social and culturally pertinent,
holistic, strengths-based and community-centred ideas to well-being. So, research focused
towards indigenous perspectives in any discipline becomes more inclusive, respectful of
diversity, and well equipped to report the multifaceted needs of diverse populations.
We received paper incorporating indigenous approach from various scholars across the
country pertaining to different subthemes such as forgiveness, compassion, spirituality,
gratitude, role of culture in shaping positivity, psychological capital, well-being etc. Authors
have tried to reveal the psychological processes, traits, human agency and environmental
factors which contribute to well-being, meaning and fulfilment. Through empirical studies
and reviews, they have identified the key aspects of fruitful and productive human-life, thus
contributing to a profound understanding of human flourishing.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to contributors of this book for their invaluable
contribution. Their expertise, insights, and dedication have significantly enriched the content
and depth of our publication. Each and every chapter of the book exemplifies the good
standards of scholarship and greatly enhances the overall quality of the book. Their
meticulous research, thoughtful analysis, and articulate presentation have undoubtedly made
a lasting impression on our readers and fellow scholars alike. We want to express our sincere
appreciation for authors’ professionalism and collaborative spirit throughout the editorial
process. Their prompt responses, attention to detail, and willingness to accommodate
revisions have been instrumental in ensuring the success of this project. We are also thankful
to our colleagues, friends and family members for their unconditional support.
We are hopeful that this book will offer insightful and distinct arena of different aspects of
positive psychology. Such a wide-ranging indigenous perspectives of positive psychology
can enhance our understanding of human flourishing beyond individualistic measures.
Further, these can spur the interest of the students, academicians, psychologists, research
scholars and social scientists in understanding and advancements of numerous indigenous
practices of developmental perspectives on positivity.
Editors
Contributors
1. Ankalesh B N, Assistant Professors, Tumkur University, Tumkur. Karnataka, India.
Email Id; ankaleshbn@gmail.com
2. B.K.Pandiamani, Director, Value Education Programmes, Brahma Kumaris, RERF
Mount Abu, Rajasthan, Email Id: pandiamani@bkivv.org
3. Bhanupriya Rathore, Assistant Professor, Psychology Department, Faculty of
Behavioral Sciences, SGT University, Gurgaon, India Email ID:
bhanupriyaa.rathore@gmail.com
4. Cherish Mundhra, Department of Psychological Sciences, FLAME University,
Pune, India
5. Debopriya Ghatak, Assistant Professor, Adamas University, Kolkata, Email Id:
rockingdebs222@gmail.com
6. Deepika Verma, Assistant Professor, Sri Aurobindo College (Eve) , University of
Delhi , Email Id: deepika.delhiuniversity@gmail.com
7. Deepthi Balla, Guest Faculty, Department of Psychology and Parapsychology,
Andhra University, Email ID : drdpballa05@gmail.com
8. Divya Dovina T, Assistant Professor & Head Department of Psychology Stella Maris
College, Chennai-86
9. Garima Rajan, Assistant Professor of Psychology, FLAME University, Pune, India
rajan.garima@gmail.com, garima.rajan@flame.edu.in
10. Harbans Lal, Professor of Psychology (Retd.) SNDT Women’s University, Director
- Forum of Safety culture, Mumbai , Email ID: kailahl@hotmail.com
11. Jeyanthi. M, Psychologist, Central Prison, Madurai. 9843253776, Email Id:
jeycouns@gmail.com
12. Kavya U, Assistant Professors, Tumkur University, Tumkur. Karnataka, India. Email
Id: kavyavaniumesh@gmail.com
13. Mouma Chatterjee, Student, Adamas University, Kolkata, Email Id:
mouma.chatt@gmail.com
14. Neha Jha, Assistant Professor, Kalinga Institute of Social Science Deemed to be
University, Bhubaneswar, Email Id : nehajh84@gmail.com
15. Nitin Kumar Verma, Assistant Professor , Shyama Prasad Mukherji College,
University of Delhi, Email Id: nitinverma008@gmail.com
16. Pratibha Gehlawat, Associate Professor, Dept. of Psychiatry, IHBAS, New Delhi
17. Rajeev Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Vijaya Raje Govt.
Girls PG College, Gwalior, rajeev3263@gmail.com
18. Roma Roy Basu, State-Aided College Teacher Muralidhar Girls’ College, Kolkata,
Email Id: romaroybasu84@yahoo.com
19. Rupan Dhillon, Senior Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Guru Nanak
Dev University Amritsar, Punjab, Email: rupan.psy@gndu.ac.in
20. Rupkatha Dutta, State-Aided College Teacher, Department of Psychology
Vidyasagar College, Kolkata. Email Id : duttarupkatha23@gmail.com
21. S Geetha, Department of Psychology, Stella Maris College Chennai-86 Email Id;
geethahope28@gmail.com
22. Samiya Wakeel Abbasi, M.A. Student, Department of Psychology, IEHE Bhopal
23. Shinjan Ghosh, Assistant Professor, Department of Behavioral Science, School of
Liberal Arts & Culture Studies, Adamas University, Kolkata , Email Id:
shinjan1.ghosh@adamasuniversity.ac.in
24. Soheli Datta, Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Psychology
Deputy Coordinator & Core Faculty, M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology Programme,
University of Calcutta, Email Id: datta.soheli@gmail.com
25. Srishti Sahu, Resident, MPhil Clinical Psychology, Department of Psychiatry, King
George’s Medical University, Lucknow, sahusrishti10@gmail.com
26. Stiliya Jos K, Research Scholar, Department of Psychology, CHRIST (Deemed to be
University), Central Campus, Bangalore – 560029, Email ID:
stiliya.jos@res.christuniversity.in
27. Suvarna Gandreddy, MSc Final Year Student, Department of Psychology and
Parapsychology, Andhra University, Email Id: Suvarnagandreddy777@gmail.com
28. Tanu Gupta, Clinical Psychologist, Dept. of Psychiatry, AIIMS Jodhpur, Email Id:
drtanugupta2015@gmail.com
29. Urmita Chakraborty, Founder, Director and Consultant Psychologist at Alo
Psychological Counselling And Psychotherapy Clinic (Regd.), Kolkata , Associate
Professor In Psychology At Techno India University, Kolkata. West Bengal Email Id:
ucurmita@gmail.com
30. Vandana Damodara Rao, Consulting Psychologist, Dr Reddy Laboratories,
Visakhapatnam, Email Id: Visakhapatnam vandanadamodar7@gmail.com
31. Vishal Yadav, Guest Faculty, Department of Psychology, Mahatma Gandhi
Antarrashtriya Hindi VishwaVidyalaya Wardha, Email Id:
vishalbhu1992@gmail.com
Contents
1.
The Influence of Mental Health Practices and Spiritual Intelligence
Among Nurses During Covid 19 Pandemic
Stiliya Jos K
1
2.
Rejuvenating Positive Safety Culture Perceptions in Organizations -
Crucial Insights
Harbans Lal
10
3.
Forgiveness: Empowering one self
Bhanupriya Rathore
22
4.
Relevance of Building Resilience and Improving Wellbeing in
College Students: Strategies and Interventions for Overall Success
Cherish Mundhra and Garima Rajan
30
5.
Compassion
Vandana Damodara Rao
39
6.
Forgiveness: An Empathetic Perspective
Deepthi Balla and Suvarna Gandreddy
47
7
Spirituality; Unlocking the Human Potentials
B.K.Pandiamani
60
8
Strengthening Human Development: Mindfulness, Hope, and
Optimism
Samiya Wakeel Abbasi and Vishal Yadav
65
9
Gratitude –Psychological determinants
Deepthi Balla and Suvarna Gandreddy
70
10
Influence of culture on the Development of Positivity: An Indian
Perspective
S Geetha and Divya Dovina T
77
11
Rethinking Women's Empowerment Through the Perspectives of
Psychological Capital
Jeyanthi. M
83
12
A Study on Psychological wellbeing among Coastal and Non-
Coastal
Kavya U and Ankalesh B N
92
13
The Role of Mindfulness in Creating Positive Institutions
Mouma Chatterjee and Debopriya Ghatak
107
14
Psychological Perspective on Relationship of Spirituality and
Mental Health
Neha Jha
114
15
Behavioral Finance and its Impact on Investment, Corporate
Finance and Default Prediction
Deepika Verma
122
16.
Ageing and Positivity
Rupkatha Dutta and Roma Roy Basu
133
17.
Developing Positivity at Workplace; Resolving Conflict of Age
Difference
Roma Roy Basu and Rupkatha Dutta
138
18.
Perception of Body Image and Self-esteem; Role of Gender
Nitin Kumar Verma
148
19.
Mindfulness: A Strategy for Promoting Psychological Health
Rupan Dhillon
160
20
Driving Youth Positivity: The Power of Grit in Building Resilience
and Well-Being
Srishti Sahu and Rajeev Kumar
166
21
Strengthening Human Development: Mindfulness, Optimism
&Hope
Tanu Gupta and Pratibha Gehlawat
174
22
A Theoretical Understanding on Positive Psychology Intervention
for Elderly People with Bell’s Palsy
Urmita Chakraborty
183
23
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy approach to Mindfulness and
Resilience in Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia (CML)
Shinjan Ghosh, Soheli Datta
189
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ABOUT THE EDITORS
Shailendra Kumar Sharma has over 14 years of experience in the realms of teaching, training, and research. Presently, he
works as Assistant Professor in the Psychology Department at Government Model Degree College, Saharanpur (UP).
Prior to his current institution, he dedicated approximately seven years to Sri Aurobindo College (Evening), University of
Delhi. Dr. Sharma pursued his post-graduation at the University of Allahabad and later earned his Ph.D. in Psychology
from GKV, Uttrakhand. His professional portfolio includes the successful implementation of projects sponsored by DST,
Govt. of India, as well as GIZ KAEFER Germany, NABARD, Bureau of Energy Efficiency (GOI), SIDBI etc. Dr. Shar-
ma's scholarly contributions extend to over eighteen research papers published in esteemed National /International Jour-
nals & Books. He has conducted numerous training programs and workshops tailored for employees of prominent indus-
tries such as Larsen & Toubro, BHEL, SBI, Jan Sikshan Sansthan Govt. of India etc. focusing on behavioral modules.
Shailendra Sharma has developed e-content for esteemed institutions like IGNOU, SWAYAM Portal Government of In-
dia and BOSSE Sikkim. Dr. Sharma has rendered his services being an expert to organizations like CSTT, Govt. of India,
NIEPVD and UP Government. Notably, he has spearheaded Participatory Rural Appraisal Studies across various regions
including Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh.
KC Barmola has done Master’s and Ph.D. in Psychology from Gurukul Kangri University Haridwar, Uttarakhand. Cur-
rently, he works as an Associate Professor in the department of Psychology in SRM University Sonepat Haryana. He has
around more than eleven years experience of teaching and research in the field of Psychology. His area of interest has
been Guidance and Counselling, Indian Psychology and Spirituality. He has been appreciated as one of the best research-
ers in Amity University Rajasthan in 2014. He has got more than three dozen of research papers, articles, and chapter in
edited book in his basket of research profile which is published in reputed national and international journals and books.
He has also presented more than two dozen research papers in various national and international conferences. Recently,
he has got published an edited book on Stress and Wellbeing in Life.