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An Investigation of Moral Principles and Mental Training in the Pāli Nikāyas and Their Implications for Behaviour Modification and Mental Health

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2017-08-12

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Article in Press

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00224197

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10.1007/s10943-017-0469-y

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2-s2.0-85027309672

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Mahidol University

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Bibliographic Citation

Journal of Religion and Health. (2017), 1-13

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Ashin Sumanacara An Investigation of Moral Principles and Mental Training in the Pāli Nikāyas and Their Implications for Behaviour Modification and Mental Health. Journal of Religion and Health. (2017), 1-13. doi:10.1007/s10943-017-0469-y Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/20.500.14594/41637

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An Investigation of Moral Principles and Mental Training in the Pāli Nikāyas and Their Implications for Behaviour Modification and Mental Health

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Ashin Sumanacara

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Mahidol University

Abstract

© 2017 Springer Science+Business Media, LLC This article explicates the fundamental moral principles and mental training of Buddhism that have implications for behavioural transformation and mental health promotion. These techniques are considered to be effective for transforming the unwholesome thoughts and overcoming the afflictions (āsavas). It investigates some methods of mental training that can be designed to fit the behaviour of a practitioner. It also investigates the three key interdependent elements of mindfulness techniques and, in particular, how a simple practice of mindfulness (sati), full awareness (sampajañña), and proper attention (yoniso-manasikāra) can help us modify our behaviour and achieve mental health.

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https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/20.500.14594/41637

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