Soulful Schooling: The Place of Meditation in Holistic Well-Being

Abstract

This study examines the impact of meditation on the holistic well-being of school students. A qualitative approach was adopted, involving interviews with 100 students to explore their experiences and perceptions of meditation practices. The findings indicate that meditation contributes significantly to social, emotional, and intellectual well-being, while also fostering a sound mind, inner peace, and balance in students’ social interactions and academic performance. Reported benefits include enhanced concentration, emotional regulation, self-awareness, and improved peer relationships. The results suggest that meditation not only serves as a tool for stress reduction but also nurtures harmony in students’ lives. These results highlight the potential of meditation as a pedagogical and developmental tool for cultivating holistic growth in young learners. The study emphasizes the need to integrate meditation into school education framework to nurture both academic success and soulful development.