การประยุกต์ใช้พลังจิตตานุภาพเพื่อแก้ปัญหาภาวการณ์นอนไม่หลับ ของผู้ปฏิบัติธรรมตามแนวหลวงพ่อวิริยังค์

Salisa  Suttipong; Thawash  Homthuanlom; Phramaha Narongsak  Sudanto

Authors

Salisa Suttipong Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Buddhapanya Sri Dvaravati Buddhist College
Thawash Homthuanlom Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Buddhapanya Sri Dvaravati Buddhist College
Phramaha Narongsak Sudanto Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Buddhapanya Sri Dvaravati Buddhist College

Keywords:

Power of Mind (Cittānubhāva), Insomnia, Luang Por Viriyang, Meditation Practice, Buddho Recitation

Abstract

This research aimed to: 1) study the power of mind (Cittānubhāva) for solving insomnia according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang; 2) study the perspectives of meditation practitioners regarding the solution to insomnia according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang; and 3) apply the power of mind to solve insomnia among meditation practitioners according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang. This study employed a qualitative methodology. The key informants were 17 meditation practitioners (monastics and/or laypersons) who had experienced insomnia and had practiced meditation according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang. In-depth interviews served as the primary instrument for data collection, and the data were analyzed using content analysis.

The research findings revealed that:

1) The power of mind according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang arises from meditation practice involving the recitation of "Buddho" in conjunction with consistent sitting meditation and walking meditation, until the mind becomes firmly established, capable of suppressing the hindrances (nīvaraṇa) and entering a state of tranquility. This power of mind is not merely a relaxation technique but a systematic process of mental development that addresses the root cause of insomnia: the restlessness of the mind. 2) The perspectives of the meditation practitioners reflected that the causes of insomnia stem from mental distraction, accumulated stress, and an insufficient ability to regulate one's own thoughts and emotions. Through continuous practice of meditation according to this approach, mental distraction diminishes, stability is established, and sleep occurs naturally and with improved quality. The practitioners viewed the power of mind as a tool for both mental development and self-care, used in conjunction with one another. 3) The application of the power of mind to solve insomnia among meditation practitioners according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang involves implementing the mental training process into daily life. When the mind has been trained to suppress the hindrances and achieve balance, sleep occurs effectively and sustainably. This constitutes a body of knowledge connecting Buddhist principles with the care of mental well-being within the context of contemporary society.

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