Evaluating the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Well-Being Promotion Program through Participants’ Experience

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Pawinee Petchsawang
Patipat akkarasrirueng

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This qualitative study aimed to understand the outcomes and perceived effectiveness of the Mindfulness-Based Well-Being Promotion (MBWB) program by interpreting participants’ experiences. Data were collected from 31 participants through their online practice records and from an online focus group consisting of 12 participants from a single organization. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the data. The findings revealed that the MBWB program supported the development of mindfulness, self-regulation, and behavioral changes aligned with well-being. However, participants encountered both internal and external obstacles during the mindfulness practice and self-development process. These insights offer valuable implications for human resource development, particularly in applying the MBWB program to promote mindfulness and well-being in the workplace, as well as in designing other related programs.

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Petchsawang, P., & akkarasrirueng, P. (2026). Evaluating the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Well-Being Promotion Program through Participants’ Experience. Human Resource and Organization Development Journal, 18(1), 26–56. retrieved from https://so01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/HRODJ/article/view/281256
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