LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
By the end of the lesson the learner should be able to:
- demonstrate the contribution that religiosity and spirituality – and their components – can make to psychological wellbeing.
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RECOMMENDED READINGS:
Selvam, S.G. (2014). Influence of family on youth’s relationship with God: A systematic review of psychology literature. In S. Fernando & J. Pudumai Doss (eds.), Youth and family in today’s India (pp.65-80). Chennai: Don Bosco Publications.
Selvam, S.G., & Mwangi, D. (2014). Meditation and contemplative practice among young adults in Nairobi. In S.G. Selvam, & D. Watt (eds.), African youth today: Challenges and prospects (pp.67-85). Nairobi: Acton Press.
VIDEOS:
There are several videos on TED-YouTube on Mindfulness and its relation to wellbeing. Mindfulness refers to the practice of any form of meditation or contemplation.
Most recommended video: The mindful way through depression