Introducing Mindfulness-Based Wellbeing Enhancement: Cultural Adaptation and an 8-week Path to Wellbeing and Happiness

Mindfulness-Based Wellbeing Enhancement (MBWE) is a 9-session program that enhances wellbeing, happiness, and quality of life through self-understanding and self-awareness. It is based on mindfulness and the happiness paradigm and has a comprehensive curriculum with weekly agendas, homework, handouts, facilitation guides, and practice scripts. The book also presents the evidence base of mindfulness, cultural adaptations for different populations, the therapeutic effectiveness of group learning, and the often-untold history of mindfulness. It is a hands-on resource for trained mindfulness teachers, psychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, counselors, social workers, practitioners, educators, coaches, and consultants, and anyone interested in the appreciation of mindfulness and human flourishing.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 23 March 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Mindfulness-Based Wellbeing Enhancement (MBWE) is a groundbreaking approach that combines mindfulness and wellbeing to promote human flourishing and achieve ultimate happiness. This comprehensive 9-session program, conducted over 8 weeks, aims to enhance overall well-being, happiness, and quality of life by fostering self-understanding and self-awareness.

In the first part of the book, the authors delve into the concept of mindfulness, wellbeing, the happiness paradigm, and the curriculum of MBWE. They provide a comprehensive introduction to mindfulness-based programs, highlighting how mindfulness intersects with various aspects of well-being. The authors argue persuasively, supported by extensive evidence, that mindfulness has the potential to promote human flourishing beyond stress reduction and the prevention of depression relapse. Several chapters are dedicated to presenting the MBWE program in detail, including weekly agendas, homework, handouts, facilitation guides, and practice scripts.

The second part of the book delves into the evidence base of mindfulness, exploring its cultural adaptations for different populations. The authors shed light on the therapeutic effectiveness of group learning inherent in Mindfulness-Based Programs and discuss the often-untold history of mindfulness. They also highlight the often-neglected Asian roots of mindfulness and explain how secular Mindfulness, as taught by Jon Kabat-Zinn, draws inspiration from multiple wisdom traditions rather than being solely Buddhist in nature.

This book serves as a valuable resource for trained mindfulness teachers, psychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, counselors, social workers, practitioners, educators, coaches, and consultants. It provides practical insights and techniques for integrating mindfulness into various professional settings and for promoting human flourishing in individuals and communities. Additionally, the book is accessible to anyone with an interest in exploring mindfulness and its profound impact on personal growth and well-being.

Weight: 552g
Dimension: 154 x 235 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032345932