Publication Type : Journal Article
Publisher : International Education and Research Journal
Source : International Education and Research Journal, Volume 3, Issue 7 (2017)
Url : http://ierj.in/journal/index.php/ierj/article/view/1296
Keywords : Bhagavad Gītā, efficacy, hope, optimism, PsyCap, Psychological Capital, resilience, Spirituality
Campus : Amritapuri
School : Center for Spiritual Studies
Center : Center for Spiritual Studies, Spiritual Studies
Department : Spiritual Studies
Year : 2017
Abstract : The objective of this study was to identify the Bhagavad Gītā verses depicting Psychological Capital (PsyCap) components: hope, efficacy, resilience, and optimism. The Psychological Capital components in Bhagavad Gītā were identified with the help of translations, commentaries and interpretations. A review of literature was performed on Positive Psychology, Psychological Capital components and Bhagavad Gītā. Bhagavad Gītā can be seen as applying the PsyCap components in adversity, solving problems and directing the individual towards a goal-oriented life. Recommendations have been made on the importance of incorporating Sanātana Dharma texts, such as, epics and Veda, into education and research, to highlight their practical implications. This report suggests possible directions for focused research in developing psychological interventions to enhance psychological capital, using insights from Bhagavad Gītā.
Cite this Research Publication : D. Akartuna and Dr. Preetha Menon, “Bhagavad Gītā - a Storehouse of Psychological Capital”, International Education and Research Journal, vol. 3, no. 7, 2017.