Effect of Mindfulness on Stress and Job Satisfaction

Abstract

With the changing dynamics of contemporary workplaces, employee well-being has emerged as a determinant of organizational success. This dissertation investigates the impact of mindfulness on adult workers’ stress and job satisfaction, considering the psychological processes and theoretical frameworks that interlink these variables. Mindfulness, or deliberate, non-judgmental focus on the here and now, is becoming increasingly accepted as a buffer against work-related stress and a stimulus for job satisfaction. In drawing on theories like the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) model and the Job Characteristics Model, this research explores how mindfulness activities help lead to emotional control, mental adaptability, and overall work resilience. 150 working professionals were surveyed with standardized tools such as the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS), and the Job Satisfaction Survey (JSS). Statistical analysis indicated a significant negative association between mindfulness and stress, and a positive association between mindfulness and job satisfaction. These results are aligned with previous research implying that even short mindfulness interventions can decrease cortisol levels and enhance emotional well-being. The research emphasizes the positive affect in the improvement of job engagement and stress reduction. Recommendations are made to incorporate mindfulness-based interventions in the organizational environment for the development of sustainable work-life balance and enhancing employee mental well-being. Future studies are urged to examine moderating variables and employ various assessment tools for better understanding of these associations.