A Model of Immunization Based on Mindfulness of People in Phrae Province

Abstract

This research has two objectives: 1. To develop mindfulness-based immunity-building activities for the people of Phrae Province, and 2. To develop and enhance the process of building mindfulness-based immunity among the people of Phrae Province. This is a Research & Development (R&D) study using qualitative research and action research (AR) methodologies. The research findings are as follows: 1. Eleven mindfulness-based immunity-building activities were developed for the people of Phrae Province. These activities are categorized into two dimensions: (1) Social immunity based on mindfulness, encompassing mindful awareness, understanding, non-judgment, and presence; and (2) Mental immunity based on mindfulness, including mindful emotion regulation, stress management stemming from social distress, and letting go. 2. The development and enhancement of the process of building mindfulness-based immunity among the people of Phrae Province involved a five-step process for disseminating these activities: (1) Pre-planning preparation, (2) Data and problem analysis, (3) Activity definition, (4) Implementation, and (5) Evaluation. The synthesized process of disseminating mindfulness-based immunity-building activities in Phrae Province emphasizes balanced development of learners' knowledge, skills, and attitudes, incorporating the following principles: (1) Construct (self-directed learning), (2) Interaction (peer interaction, knowledge exchange, and experience sharing), (3) Participation (maximized learner involvement), (4) Process/Product (learning both the process and the outcome), and (5) Application (applying knowledge to daily life). This is further enhanced by establishing a system, mechanism, and model for driving network participation among agencies/organizations in Phrae Province to promote mindfulness-based immunity among its citizens.