Belief in Free Will, Determinism and Self-Discipline among Migrating Students

Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between belief in free will (BFW) and self-discipline in migrating students in India. It explores whether BFW can impact self-discipline in individuals. The study followed a survey method and the sample comprised of students between the age of 18-25 who had migrated to a different city/state for education purposes (N=100). The gathered data was analyzed using Pearson correlation and Linear regression analysis. The results indicated that BFW significantly correlated with level of self-discipline among migrating students. Furthermore, the regression analysis illustrated that BFW significantly impacted the levels of self-discipline in migrating students. These findings highlight how BFW could be one of the contributing factors in facilitating higher levels of self-discipline. It adds to the existing pieces of evidence that emphasize the benefits of inculcating BFW.