The Correlation between Happiness, Peace of Mind and Resilience among Hare Krishna Mahamantra Chanters

Abstract

This research studies the correlation between happiness, peace of mind, and resilience in individuals who regularly chant the Hare Krishna Mahamantra. It is rooted in ancient Indian spiritual traditions, the Mahamantra functions both as an act of devotion and a psychological technique believed to improve emotional regulation and inner peace. The study has a correlational design, focusing on a sample of 291 people who chant the Mahamantra at least once daily. The variables were studied using the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire, the Peace of Mind Scale, and the Resilience Scale for Adults. The findings showed significant positive correlations between happiness, peace of mind, and resilience. Furthermore, regression analysis showed that happiness is a key predictor of both peace of mind and resilience. These results show the psychological importance of spiritual chanting and imply that traditional practices like the Hare Krishna Mahamantra can enhance well-being in modern life.