An Empirical Study of Anasakti (Non-Attachment) and Ahamkara (Ego) Amongst Indians

• Published in: European journal of mental health Vol. 17; no. 3; p. 78
• Main Authors: An Empirical Study Of Ancient Wisdom. Effect Of Anasakti (Non-Attachment), Ahamkara (Ego) On Well-Being Amongst Indians Kriti Gupta, Agrawal, Jyotsna
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English; German
• Published: Budapest Semmelweis University Faculty of Health and Public Service, Institute of Mental Health 01-01-2022
• Subjects: Attachment; Buddhism; Clinical psychology; Consciousness; Ego; Emotions; Happiness; Hinduism; Life satisfaction; Materialism; Mental health; Mindfulness; Negative emotions; Neurosciences; Positive emotions; Psychology; Spirituality; Well being
• ISSN: 1788-4934; 1788-7119
• DOI: 10.5708/EJMH.17.2022.3.6

Introduction: According to Indian psychology, anasakti (non-attachment) and ahamkara (ego) play a significant role in determining true happiness. Aims: To study the role of anasakti (non-attachment) and ahamkara (ego) on the level of well-being amongst Indian adults. Methods: For the current study, 240 educated, urban Indian adults (Females = 104, Males = 136) were surveyed to investigate the relationship of anasakti (non-attachment) and ahamkara (ego) with well-being variables. Results: Anasakti (“non-attachment”) was revealed to be a significant factor in ensuring life satisfaction and experiencing positive emotions. Although ahamkara (“ego”) contributed significantly toward higher cognitive well-being and affective states, it better predicted negative emotions. Conclusions: The current study’s findings may widen our understanding of “What makes people happy?” and may add to the global well-being literature.