Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Occupational burnout is a consequence of chronic organizational stress, adversely affecting mental health, quality of life, and work performance. Current trends underscore the importance of integrating Positive Psychology with mindfulness to enhance psychological well-being and reduce the risk of burnout in a systematic and sustainable manner. A review of more than 30 studies indicates that Satipatthana, a foundational Buddhist practice, aims to cultivate awareness and wisdom to alleviate suffering. This is achieved through the Four Foundations of Mindfulness: contemplation of the body, feelings, mind, and mental phenomena. As articulated in the Mahasatipatthana Sutta of the Pali Canon, this “direct path” (Ekāyana-magga) is regarded as a means for mental purification and the cessation of suffering, emphasizing sustained mindfulness (sati) and clear comprehension (sampajañña) in all activities, including breathing. Contemporary research further demonstrates that integrating the PERMA model with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) significantly reduces stress and enhances job satisfaction through the development of attentional control, emotional regulation, and non-judgmental present-moment awareness. This article proposes an integrative practical framework tailored to Thai organizational and healthcare contexts. Grounded in the concept of “MBSR as a foundation for mental cultivation,” the framework promotes awareness of sensations (vedanā) and mental states in accordance with Buddhist principles. This process functions as a form of “psychological immunization,” enabling individuals to effectively activate the components of PERMA and leading to sustainable strategies for the prevention and management of burnout.
Institution: Bangkok Hospital
Language: Thai
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7215447566