The article is a general introduction to Indian Psychology. It discusses the various implications it has in the current field of psychology.

A paper published in the journal of the Consciousness and Experiential Psychology section of the British Psychological Society (August 2000)

A short introduction to Indian Psychology

This chapter traces the history of pychology in India and discusses how it can be enriched by drawing from the classical Indian texts.

The chapter discusses the biography of an eminent Indian yogi and a poet, Sri Aurobindo. It also throws light on his creative genius as evident in his writings, particularly in his classic work, Savitri.

This article makes an effort to conceptualize and situate the emerging field of Indian psychology(IP) in the disciplinary matrix. The meaning, scope, critical features and misconceptions about IP have been articulated.

The chapter deals with growth and expansion of social psychology in India. It illuminates how western social psychology went through the process of indgenization in India.

This chapter examines the different meanings of "Indian psychology" and discusses the basic concepts and constructs to present a historical introduction.

The paper argues for a complementarity between the western phenomenal-materialist orientation and the eastern spiritual-transcendental-ontology in evolving a worthwhile psychology of Self.

The chapter identifies the most fundamental concepts and insights from the Indian tradition in the field of personality and the self. Yoga and Advaita are further considered as ways of personality development and self-realization with a comment on possible types of research concerning traditional Indian forms of counselling.

This article talks about the lingering challenge presented by post-colonial mentality and by the forces of Westernization to the Indian contributions to psychology. Indian psychology needs to be taken seriously in the academic world.

Indian psychology studies consciousness in its multifaceted manifestations and offers a set of practices which can be used in realizing truth and for the transformation of the human condition towards perfection.

This paper addresses the split created between 'science and spirituality' within dominant academic discourse which is leading to inner chaos in the minds of modern youth. It has further highlighted the need to have a dialogue between scientists and spiritualists to bridge the split.

This paper explores the connection between postmodern thought and mysticism in reference to psychology.

An excellent survey of the methods used in Transpersonal Psychology. A slightly revised version of this article has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

This paper critically reviews the current status of primary health care services in India. The paper argues that traditional health services which have existed for thousands of years and have wide acceptance and application throughout India need to be rejuvenated and integrated within the existing health care programmes.

The chapter deals with growth and expansion of social psychology in India. It illuminates how western social psychology went through the process of indgenization in India.

This article delves deeper into the spiritual dimension of yoga and meditation and explores the real meaning of these terms from the viewpoint of serious practitioners and researchers.

Basing itself on ancient Indian thought this article explores the scope and meaning of Vedantic yoga-psychology.

This paper discusses how one can get liberation from desire and transform the lower nature through yoga.

This chapter offers an indigenous method to derive a model from the Bhagavad-Gita to show how our physical self is related to social self and work. It highlights how intentional work leads to an entrenched development of social self whereas an indifference towards the fruits of our actions leads us towards our real self. Further, the implications of the model on self-efficacy and goal setting are discussed, together with the possibility of indigenous psychology developing into a global psychology.

This chapter intends to briefly discuss the concept of Sakshin in both the Dvaita and Advaita schools of Vedanta and bring out the similarities and dissimilarities in them.

The article bases itself on the psycho-spiritual interpretation of the Vedas as given by Sri Aurobindo. It examines in particular the famous Vedic legend of the Angirasa Rishis and the lost cows.

This article explores the social, psychological and historical processes through which the Sikh community has categorised and differentiated itself from other communities to form a distinct identity. The self-construal of the Sikh community is constituted by spiritual, heroic and aesthetic images. It has a core of shared religious, social and cultural attributes, and a unique blending of continuity and change has helped the Sikh community to have a global presence.

This chapter presents the theoretical framework of the development of a personality inventory, based on the Upanishadic concepts. The probable conceptual and methodological issues that could affect the development of the tool are delineated. Statements that would form the the theoretical basis of the tool and the rationale for the choice of methodology are proposed.

This chapter attempts to trace the concept of being and well-being in the Upanishadic and pre-Upanishadic period by an analysis of the Samhitas, Brahmanas, Aranyakas, and the Upanishads.

This article provides an overview of Sri Aurobindo’s psychological thought and system of Integral Yoga Psychology (IYP). Relevant biographical and historical background is introduced, and his influence on the development of transpersonal psychology reviewed. Using Sri Aurobindo’s cosmology of consciousness as a framework for transpersonal experience, IYP’s model of planes of consciousness and parts of the being is explained and illustrated with quotations from Sri Aurobindo’s writings. Emphasis is placed on the psychic being (soul) and overhead planes of consciousness, as these are central to IYP’s psycho-spiritual method of transforming the ego. Finally, implications for transpersonal development and transpersonal therapy are formulated, and some clinical applications given.

This chapter enumerates methods developed in the Atharva Vedic Upanishads to develop personality and overcome mental sufferings, and have similar components as those in some contemporary psychotherapeutic methods. The Atharva Veda also suggests ideas about mind (manas), and its normal and abnormal nature.

This article briefly explains Sri Aurobindo’s system of yoga and psychology.

The author presents here his ideas and experiences about integral psychotherapy, a therapy that bases itself on ‘the consciousness paradigm’.

The article bases itself on the psycho-spiritual interpretation of the Vedas as given by Sri Aurobindo. It examines in particular the famous Vedic legend of the Angirasa Rishis and the lost cows.

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

Based on Sri Aurobindo's Integral Yoga, this chapter offers a detailed model of human nature and the psychological processes that help and hinder the process of a complete transformation of human nature under the influence of the higher levels of consciousness.

The article takes examples from “Savitri”, a book by Sri Aurobindo, to explain the concept of “rejection”, one of the three main skills needed for any true spiritual endeavour. It traces the crucial role played by “rejection” in the yoga of Ashwapati and Savitri.

An informal talk given at the Cultural Integration Fellowship in San Fransisco, linking the concept of integrality back to the Sanskrit word "purna" (April 2002)

In this article a comparison is drawn between Sri Aurobindo's evolutionary conceptualization of consciousness and the concepts of consciosuness more commonly encountered in contemporary consciousness sudies. A number of ontological and epistemological questions arising out of this comparison are discussed.

A paper presented at the National Institute of Advanced Studies in Bangalore during a conference on Consciousness and Evolution (June 2001)

The article mainly focuses on the theme of cosmic consciousness as presented by Sri Aurobindo in his writings.

The chapter discusses the biography of an eminent Indian yogi and a poet, Sri Aurobindo. It also throws light on his creative genius as evident in his writings, particularly in his classic work, Savitri.

This book was initially meant as a practical guide for teachers and trainees at Mirambika, the Free Progress unit of the Sri Aurobindo Education Society at New Delhi. Over time it has, however, proven invaluable for many others who are not directly involved in education, but who are serious about their spiritual growth, and who want to implement spirituality in their daily life and work.

This article bases itself on the ideas of Sri Aurobindo. It talks about the developmental model of education based on universal principles such as self-awareness and self-development of the students and the teachers.

This article is a practical guide for a workshop that explores a new way to understand and teach psychology. It states the importance for change in the objectives and methods of psychology education.

Here are posted the various hymns that are studied at the weekly class held at IPI by Vladimir.

This article provides an overview of Sri Aurobindo’s psychological thought and system of Integral Yoga Psychology (IYP). Relevant biographical and historical background is introduced, and his influence on the development of transpersonal psychology reviewed. Using Sri Aurobindo’s cosmology of consciousness as a framework for transpersonal experience, IYP’s model of planes of consciousness and parts of the being is explained and illustrated with quotations from Sri Aurobindo’s writings. Emphasis is placed on the psychic being (soul) and overhead planes of consciousness, as these are central to IYP’s psycho-spiritual method of transforming the ego. Finally, implications for transpersonal development and transpersonal therapy are formulated, and some clinical applications given.

This paper argues that “the fundamental questions of metaphysics are not trivial, because the answers we select for them determine the framework of metapsychology, and that in turn influences clinical practice.” In other words this paper seeks attempts to show how Eastern and Western psychologies can be integrated using a spiritual metapsychology, and how this would affect the theoretical basis of psychotherapy.

The paper seeks to present preliminary findings from a qualitative research project –an interpretive inquiry--that explores how spiritual ideals held by individuals inform the social psychology of Auroville, a growing international town of 1,800 people from over forty countries.

This paper brings together the theories of quantum physics with the Indian concept of consciousness.

The article focuses on a consciousness-based approach towards health and healing. According to the author an illness is essentially an inner disequilibrium and that the healer’s task is primarily to help the pateint regain the inner and the outer balance.

This articles draws the general outline of the principles and techniques of integral psychotherapy.

Basing itself on ancient Indian thought this article explores the scope and meaning of Vedantic yoga-psychology.

This article illustrates the principles of Integral psychology with the help of various exercises and practical examples.

This article uses the ethnographic method to examine the teaching-learning process in Mirambika, a centre for learning based on Free Progress Education, as outlined by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother.

This article briefly explains Sri Aurobindo’s system of yoga and psychology.

An informal talk given at the Cultural Integration Fellowship in San Fransisco, linking the concept of integrality back to the Sanskrit word "purna" (April 2002)

In this article a comparison is drawn between Sri Aurobindo's evolutionary conceptualization of consciousness and the concepts of consciosuness more commonly encountered in contemporary consciousness sudies. A number of ontological and epistemological questions arising out of this comparison are discussed.

A paper presented at the National Institute of Advanced Studies in Bangalore during a conference on Consciousness and Evolution (June 2001)

This chapter attempts to explore Sri Aurobindo's theory of human development and examine its potential to revitalize the field of Developmental Psychology

Based on comparative studies in mysticism and history of religion the author explains a new approach in methodology for the “new psychology” called “Integral phenomenology”

Here are posted the various hymns that are studied at the weekly class held at IPI by Vladimir.

This paper elucidates the role of the psychologist in the Indian tradition and reaffirms that personal growth is indispensible to lead an integrated and happy life.

This article explores the models of consciousness from the Indian perspective.

This article explores the question whether the duality involved in understanding consciousness is true or not.

This paper brings together the theories of quantum physics with the Indian concept of consciousness.

This paper develops the thesis that consciousness per se is not constructed or shaped by the material process of cognition or perception triggered by the brain, but that in the ultimate sense, the nature of consciousness may appear to be like that of an energy field transcending the boundaries of individual brains and all external objects.

Based on Sri Aurobindo's Integral Yoga, this chapter offers a detailed model of human nature and the psychological processes that help and hinder the process of a complete transformation of human nature under the influence of the higher levels of consciousness.

This chapter elucidates some of the deepest and highest horizons of mankind based on Sri Aurobindo's vision. Sri Aurobindo foresaw new possibilities for the human instrument and developed techniques for the further development of human potential. The evolving soul or psychic being has an important role in this new development.

An attempt has been made to examine the concept of ahamkara, an indigenous concept related to self and identity, both from the theoretical and empirical points of view. The basic theoretical framework for this presentation is the Vedic and Upanishadic thought.

The paper argues for a complementarity between the western phenomenal-materialist orientation and the eastern spiritual-transcendental-ontology in evolving a worthwhile psychology of Self.

This paper discusses the structure of human personality as found in Vedantic psychology and concentrates in particular on the theory of “panch koshas.”

The focus in this chapter is on the conceptualizations of the person (from Sri Aurobindo's perspective), i.e., personality in psychology, and those perspectives are delineated from mainstream psychology which demonstrate clear links with the larger Indian perspective and which the author has been personally able to relate to. These include Psychoanalysis, Beahviourism, Humanistic psychology and Transpersonal psychology (which comes closest to the Indian perspective), and the complete and perfected form is found within the framework outlined by Sri Aurobindo.

This paper examines the ashrama scheme of life and other traditional practices for the integrated development of personality which equips the individual to face contemporary challenges and lead a fulfilled life.

In contrast to Western psychology which provides an outward-looking view focusing on the problems faced by man and their solutions, Indian psychology views such problems as related to deeper philosophical aspects of the human being and suggests an inward-looking approach to solve them. The quest for self and identity and the nature of self as "witness" provides the platform for psychological enquiry and research at different levels of existence, from biosocial to spiritual.

In contrast to Western psychology which provides an outward-looking view focusing on the problems faced by man and their solutions, Indian psychology views such problems as related to deeper philosophical aspects of the human being and suggests an inward-looking approach to solve them. The quest for self and identity and the nature of self as "witness" provides the platform for psychological enquiry and research at different levels of existence, from biosocial to spiritual.

This article explores the social, psychological and historical processes through which the Sikh community has categorised and differentiated itself from other communities to form a distinct identity. The self-construal of the Sikh community is constituted by spiritual, heroic and aesthetic images. It has a core of shared religious, social and cultural attributes, and a unique blending of continuity and change has helped the Sikh community to have a global presence.

This chapter attempts to explore Sri Aurobindo's theory of human development and examine its potential to revitalize the field of Developmental Psychology

The chapter attempts to examine the pediatric texts in Ayurveda and the Dharmashastras from a contemporary developmental perspective. Health and disease have been examined from a life-span approach with illustrations from the biological, psychological, and socio-cultural realms, as revealed from the various childcare practices in ancient India. These practices reflect the sensitivity to the developmental continuities.

This paper presents a broad overview on a unique experiment in community living by senior citizens called “Vanaprastha”. It presents a plethora of opportunities for research in the area of old age, living situations for the aged and effects of spiritual practices.

This article presents a very brief overview of the various Indian views on personality.

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

The article mainly focuses on the theme of cosmic consciousness as presented by Sri Aurobindo in his writings.

The chapter offers a brief overview of J. Krishnamurti's perspective on self and self-knowledge. Although inadequate, this paper presents a glimpse of his thesis on the "self".

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

This paper calls for Intuition as a method of psychology and suggests how intuitive mind can be developed for having intuitive experience.

An excellent survey of the methods used in Transpersonal Psychology. A slightly revised version of this article has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

This article gives the basic argument why rigorous, yoga-based, research of first person experience is necessary to take Psychology further. It is based on a keynote given at the Annual Conference of the Transpersonal Psychology Section of the BPS in 2007.

This article tries to explain how first-person, yoga-based research can be made rigorous and reliable.

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

A paper presented at the National Institute of Advanced Studies in Bangalore during a conference on Consciousness and Evolution (June 2001)

This paper discusses the various methods applied by some of the ancient Indian systems to study the human mind.

Based on comparative studies in mysticism and history of religion the author explains a new approach in methodology for the “new psychology” called “Integral phenomenology”

This chapter presents the theoretical framework of the development of a personality inventory, based on the Upanishadic concepts. The probable conceptual and methodological issues that could affect the development of the tool are delineated. Statements that would form the the theoretical basis of the tool and the rationale for the choice of methodology are proposed.

The article explores the Indian theories and perspective on research methodologies.

The revival of interest in emotions is now directed towards the positive side of human life that facilitates personal growth, well-being, and health. Against this backdrop, this chapter attempts to examine the efforts made to put emotions in a cultural context and share the understanding of emotional phenomena in the Indian context.

This paper presents an overview of the developments in the study of emotions in mainstream psychology and to explore some of the Indian contributions of Rasa theory that may enrich this field of human enquiry.

This paper bases itself on the teachings of The Mother and Sri Aurobindo and discusses a few tools that they have given to lead a peaceful, harmonious life. A few exercises that help doing this are discussed: stepping back into yourself, self-observation, widening the consciousness etc.

The paper states that the paradigm shift of the mind as the seen and the self as the seer has significant implications for mind management.

The chapter discusses the biography of an eminent Indian yogi and a poet, Sri Aurobindo. It also throws light on his creative genius as evident in his writings, particularly in his classic work, Savitri.

This paper shows how Western ideas about how creativity develops have changed over time, through a consideration of the role of inspiration, luck, ability, style, mental flexibility, motivation, experience, intuition and context.

The article takes examples from “Savitri”, a book by Sri Aurobindo, to explain the concept of “rejection”, one of the three main skills needed for any true spiritual endeavour. It traces the crucial role played by “rejection” in the yoga of Ashwapati and Savitri.

This chapter explores the characteristic features of traditional healing practices and attempts to decipher the ways in which they work. The purpose is to draw parallels between folk practices and modern psychotherapies and identify learning opportunities from ancient wisdom.

This paper argues that “the fundamental questions of metaphysics are not trivial, because the answers we select for them determine the framework of metapsychology, and that in turn influences clinical practice.” In other words this paper seeks attempts to show how Eastern and Western psychologies can be integrated using a spiritual metapsychology, and how this would affect the theoretical basis of psychotherapy.

The article bases itself on the psycho-spiritual interpretation of the Vedas as given by Sri Aurobindo. It examines in particular the famous Vedic legend of the Angirasa Rishis and the lost cows.

The article takes examples from “Savitri”, a book by Sri Aurobindo, to explain the concept of “rejection”, one of the three main skills needed for any true spiritual endeavour. It traces the crucial role played by “rejection” in the yoga of Ashwapati and Savitri.

The article gives an overview of (mainly Western) research on and practical advice for the early stages of meditation in the context of modern life.

This article delves deeper into the spiritual dimension of yoga and meditation and explores the real meaning of these terms from the viewpoint of serious practitioners and researchers.

This paper bases itself on the teachings of The Mother and Sri Aurobindo and discusses a few tools that they have given to lead a peaceful, harmonious life. A few exercises that help doing this are discussed: stepping back into yourself, self-observation, widening the consciousness etc.

This paper is a theoretical and practical guide to a form of meditation known as “insight Dialogue.”

This paper elucidates the role of the psychologist in the Indian tradition and reaffirms that personal growth is indispensible to lead an integrated and happy life.

The relationship of Karma-Yoga with the dimensions of empathy was explored. The results highlighted the differential impact of dimensions of empathy and Karma-yoga was found to be similar to altruism motivation in the Indian context.

The paper states that the paradigm shift of the mind as the seen and the self as the seer has significant implications for mind management.

This paper discusses how one can get liberation from desire and transform the lower nature through yoga.

This article illustrates the principles of Integral psychology with the help of various exercises and practical examples.

The chapter explores the role of religion in coping with the stresses of incarceration by prison inmates, and in bringing about a sense of well-being and happiness in their dismal existence. The efficacy of yoga, meditation and spiritual counselling have been further explored as life-transforming tools with the potential to bring about attitudinal and behavioural changes that render them less likely to return to the prison later.

The article, based on a study done in Tihar Jail, focuses on how experiential meditation in Vipassana helps the inmates to attain peace of mind, deal with their emotions related to crime and reconstruct their identities. It presents the beliefs, experiences and practices of these inmates.

The article mainly focuses on the theme of cosmic consciousness as presented by Sri Aurobindo in his writings.

This chapter discusses the relevance of yoga as a way of life in dealing with health and happiness.

This article talks about the amazing healing system of the human body and how yoga can support this healing system to promote a superior state of mental and physical health.

This chapter explores the characteristic features of traditional healing practices and attempts to decipher the ways in which they work. The purpose is to draw parallels between folk practices and modern psychotherapies and identify learning opportunities from ancient wisdom.

Disability attitudes are the major barriers in improving life conditions of physically challenged in developing countries. In this article, some social interventions aimed at changing the disability attitudes of rural people in India are discussed.

This paper tries to offer an overview of the salient developments in the area of health psychology by critically examining the concepts and research evidence. The key aspects of Ayurveda and the contemporary health scenario in the Indian context is presented. A comprehensive model of health consisting of three components, i.e., restoration, maintenance and promotion is presented.

This paper examines the relationship between cultural beliefs about illness and psychological adjustment to a chronic disease. It argues for an integrated health care system combining the strengths of traditional healing and biomedical practices.

This paper gives a quick review of the meaning and application of yoga. Yoga, defined here as a science of life liberates, transforms and heals.

The article gives an overview of (mainly Western) research on and practical advice for the early stages of meditation in the context of modern life.

This chapter attempts to trace the concept of being and well-being in the Upanishadic and pre-Upanishadic period by an analysis of the Samhitas, Brahmanas, Aranyakas, and the Upanishads.

The chapter addresses (a) the problem of worldview in science, (b) non-local research and consciousness studies, (c) clinical medicine and psychology, and (d) spiritual wellness, with respect to spirituality, health and wellness. The goal of spiritual practices with regard to health and wellness is to conquer fear of death and consider good health as a means to spiritual advancement.

The chapter discusses the effect of spiritual and religious practices on human health and well-being. It reviews studies in the area of mental and physical health to suggest that health behaviour, and quality of social and family life are contingent on religious beliefs, rites and practices.

This paper is a study of the indigenous concept of anasakti (non attachment) and its implications for health. The key features of anasakti are identified as effort orientation, emotional equipoise, and weak concern for external reward. The study empirically explored the relationship of anasakti with stress and strain. Results showed that Anasakti had a negative relationship with distress. Progressive detachment was recommended to reduce stress and lead to better performance.

This paper presents a study undertaken to learn about the religious beliefs of hospitalized inpatients and to assess the importance of utilizing religious beliefs in treatment.

This chapter explores perspectives on health, disease, characteristics of a healthy person, role of yoga and meditation on health, and methods to promote health.

The nature of self-construal was qualitatively explored among healthy and chronically sick women. The narrative analysis of their life scripts focused on the role of health and life circumstances in shaping their self-construal. It was found that most of these women construed their selves in terms of their role relationships.

This paper attempts to study psychological adjustment of hospital patients seeking treatment for tuberculosis using the attributional theoretical approach. They examined patients' perceptions of their disease, its causes and the factors which may be responsible for recovery. The findings highlighted the importance of cultural factors in shaping patients' perception of the causes and recovery. They revealed the extent to which metaphysical concerns shape the construction of illness in India, and also explain why patients seek alternative healing systems.

This paper emphasizes the necessity of therapeutic exchanges between modern medicine and other medical systems. Health models rooted in the culturally shared assumptions, ethical values, reasoning patterns and sensibilities have been discussed. Practiced medicine had to confront the issues of cultural alienation, economic affordability, and context-sensitivity of medical services. Although the market culture of modern medicine has greater visibility, the time-tested vast “informal” network of diverse local and regional traditional healers, covering innumerable localities, villages and towns, has maintained its strong presence.

This paper is a study of the indigenous concept of anasakti (non attachment) and its implications for health. The key features of anasakti are identified as effort orientation, emotional equipoise, and weak concern for external reward. The study empirically explored the relationship of anasakti with stress and strain. Results showed that Anasakti had a negative relationship with distress. Progressive detachment was recommended to reduce stress and lead to better performance.

In this chapter, a brief overview of the Indian perception of the phenomenal world and its approaches to psychological dysfunctions is presented. The Indian approaches to psychological dysfunctions have been discussed at three levels of the phenomenal world, employing medical, psychological, and transpersonal methods.

The paper attempts to understand how people work through their emotional pain to arrive at self-transformation and healing. The study provides rich insights in the role of acknowledging one's vulnerabilities and emotional release in transcending life crises and attaining inner peace.

This article delineates the role of the theory of Karma in the healing process of women who had undergone a major life crisis.

The author presents here his ideas and experiences about integral psychotherapy, a therapy that bases itself on ‘the consciousness paradigm’.

This chapter explores the characteristic features of traditional healing practices and attempts to decipher the ways in which they work. The purpose is to draw parallels between folk practices and modern psychotherapies and identify learning opportunities from ancient wisdom.

This paper is a study on the various ways of coping with stress employed by adolescents. Two major ways found to cope with stress are: problem solving and managing emotions.

This paper emphasizes the necessity of therapeutic exchanges between modern medicine and other medical systems. Health models rooted in the culturally shared assumptions, ethical values, reasoning patterns and sensibilities have been discussed. Practiced medicine had to confront the issues of cultural alienation, economic affordability, and context-sensitivity of medical services. Although the market culture of modern medicine has greater visibility, the time-tested vast “informal” network of diverse local and regional traditional healers, covering innumerable localities, villages and towns, has maintained its strong presence.

This paper argues that “the fundamental questions of metaphysics are not trivial, because the answers we select for them determine the framework of metapsychology, and that in turn influences clinical practice.” In other words this paper seeks attempts to show how Eastern and Western psychologies can be integrated using a spiritual metapsychology, and how this would affect the theoretical basis of psychotherapy.

This paper expresses the need for counsellors to not only develop skills of empathy but also of understanding and love. It states that, “love brings profound healing, and understanding brings lessening of fear.”

The article focuses on a consciousness-based approach towards health and healing. According to the author an illness is essentially an inner disequilibrium and that the healer’s task is primarily to help the pateint regain the inner and the outer balance.

This chapter provides a broad overview of the many ways in which Indian psychological concepts and practices can be used in all aspects of counselling and psychiatric care.

This articles draws the general outline of the principles and techniques of integral psychotherapy.

The article takes a deeper look into Hinduism and the various psychological implications it has on the modern practitioner.

According to this paper in order to alleviate suffering, Indian Psychology and modern psychotherapy can complement each other; a theoretical framework is needed that could contain all levels of consciousness, which could create a possibility of a dialogue between diverse perspectives.

This paper shows the close relationship between spirituality and well-being by presenting research based evidence that spirituality or a spiritual way of life has a bearing on well-being. In addition, it shows that ideas or concepts drawn from spirituality can be effectively applied to counselling and psychotherapy.

Educational theories and policies tend to include noble and inspiring ideals regarding the "all-round development" of the students. The practice lives, however, rarely up to the intent. More often than not, the content of the curriculum and the manner in which it is transacted are such, that a negative effect on the healthy development of the students is almost inevitable. This chapter asks attention for some of these factors, and suggests that much could be gained, if we would be more open to what the Indian tradition can contribute to contemporary psychology.

This paper deals with the Gita’s perspective on Yoga in relation to improving the quality of education, methods of teaching, and morale of teachers.

This book was initially meant as a practical guide for teachers and trainees at Mirambika, the Free Progress unit of the Sri Aurobindo Education Society at New Delhi. Over time it has, however, proven invaluable for many others who are not directly involved in education, but who are serious about their spiritual growth, and who want to implement spirituality in their daily life and work.

This article bases itself on the ideas of Sri Aurobindo. It talks about the developmental model of education based on universal principles such as self-awareness and self-development of the students and the teachers.

This paper discusses the principles of Integral education and presents a case study of Integral education put in practice at a laboratory school in Baroda.

This paper expounds the perspectives of J. Krishnamurti on education, in particular the importance of observing and learning one’s own inner psychological structure.

This article uses the ethnographic method to examine the teaching-learning process in Mirambika, a centre for learning based on Free Progress Education, as outlined by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother.

Educational theories and policies tend to include noble and inspiring ideals regarding the "all-round development" of the students. The practice lives, however, rarely up to the intent. More often than not, the content of the curriculum and the manner in which it is transacted are such, that a negative effect on the healthy development of the students is almost inevitable. This chapter asks attention for some of these factors, and suggests that much could be gained, if we would be more open to what the Indian tradition can contribute to contemporary psychology.

This article is about the Introductory Course on Indian Psychology oraganized by IPI.

This article is about the Introductory Course on Indian Psychology oraganized by IPI.

This paper outlines the needs of children during different stages as they grow up, which, if fulfilled, will contribute to holistic development.

This article uses the ethnographic method to examine the teaching-learning process in Mirambika, a centre for learning based on Free Progress Education, as outlined by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother.

This paper discusses the concepts of ‘swabhava’ and ‘swadharma’ in the context of modern-day education.

This paper discusses school reforms in India. It points at establishing a case for recognizing the ‘agency’ of the teacher in the process of education and learning and it examines some of the key elements and pedagogical features of an integrated teacher education programme that is likely to enable deep reform while engaging with some of the more fundamental questions related to knowledge and the aim of education.

This book was initially meant as a practical guide for teachers and trainees at Mirambika, the Free Progress unit of the Sri Aurobindo Education Society at New Delhi. Over time it has, however, proven invaluable for many others who are not directly involved in education, but who are serious about their spiritual growth, and who want to implement spirituality in their daily life and work.

A paper published in the journal of the Consciousness and Experiential Psychology section of the British Psychological Society (August 2000)

This paper discusses some of the ways and means related to content and process of teaching Indian Psychology. It also addresses the question regarding how to give consciousness its rightful place when we bring Indian psychology back into the classroom?

This article is a practical guide for a workshop that explores a new way to understand and teach psychology. It states the importance for change in the objectives and methods of psychology education.

This article is about the Introductory Course on Indian Psychology oraganized by IPI.

This article is about the Introductory Course on Indian Psychology oraganized by IPI.

This paper provides a brief account of the work being done with regard to finding ways and approaches to bring Indian contributions to inner sciences into the learning experiences of the students at Antioch University.

This paper discusses school reforms in India. It points at establishing a case for recognizing the ‘agency’ of the teacher in the process of education and learning and it examines some of the key elements and pedagogical features of an integrated teacher education programme that is likely to enable deep reform while engaging with some of the more fundamental questions related to knowledge and the aim of education.

This paper attempts to examine some of the predominant theories within psychological discourse on women's identity that are centred around either the ground plan of the body or around relational models of connectedness, interdependence and ethics of responsibility. The paper calls for an approach that looks at the construction of gender as a product of particular cultural circumstances and gender relations as endlessly adaptable and inventive. It also suggests that any study of women's identity in the Indian cultural context must deconstruct the singular monolithic notion of womanhood and explore the aspects of women's identity as coloured by differences of caste, class, region, generation, etc.

Two scenario studies examined justice perceptions in Indian samples. It was suggested that subjects thought in terms of merit and need, instead of merit or need. Need and merit were rated as being similar in importance when deciding a fair punishment. Attention was drawn to several aspects of justice perception, especially those related to punishment.

The chapter explores the sense of well-being, feelings of happiness and depression among the rural and urban poor. In the process, the extent and role of religious beliefs and practices in coping with poverty have been investigated.

This paper presents a broad overview on a unique experiment in community living by senior citizens called “Vanaprastha”. It presents a plethora of opportunities for research in the area of old age, living situations for the aged and effects of spiritual practices.

This paper outlines the needs of children during different stages as they grow up, which, if fulfilled, will contribute to holistic development.

The chapter argues that it is a major challenge for the Government, bureaucrats, activists and social scientists to prepare viable community development programmes. The psycho-social barriers to community participation have been discussed and ways are suggested to facilitate it.

The paper seeks to present preliminary findings from a qualitative research project –an interpretive inquiry--that explores how spiritual ideals held by individuals inform the social psychology of Auroville, a growing international town of 1,800 people from over forty countries.

This article presents an outline of a cognitive model of development ingrained in the Indian ethos, that has implications for environmental psychology.

The chapter explores the role of religion in coping with the stresses of incarceration by prison inmates, and in bringing about a sense of well-being and happiness in their dismal existence. The efficacy of yoga, meditation and spiritual counselling have been further explored as life-transforming tools with the potential to bring about attitudinal and behavioural changes that render them less likely to return to the prison later.

The article, based on a study done in Tihar Jail, focuses on how experiential meditation in Vipassana helps the inmates to attain peace of mind, deal with their emotions related to crime and reconstruct their identities. It presents the beliefs, experiences and practices of these inmates.

This paper shows how Western ideas about how creativity develops have changed over time, through a consideration of the role of inspiration, luck, ability, style, mental flexibility, motivation, experience, intuition and context.

A well-developed research paper on the importance of spirituality in management: its role and relevance. As the author states, “ the major thesis of this research is that spirituality of employees is reflected in work climate” and this in turn leads to a positive affect of the employees’ service to the customers.

This article analyzes the relative importance of organizational spiritual health variables in predicting differences between high and low job satisfied gropus. The study was carried in out rural banks.

The article is a general introduction to Indian Psychology. It discusses the various implications it has in the current field of psychology.

A paper published in the journal of the Consciousness and Experiential Psychology section of the British Psychological Society (August 2000)

A short introduction to Indian Psychology

This chapter traces the history of pychology in India and discusses how it can be enriched by drawing from the classical Indian texts.

The chapter discusses the biography of an eminent Indian yogi and a poet, Sri Aurobindo. It also throws light on his creative genius as evident in his writings, particularly in his classic work, Savitri.

This article makes an effort to conceptualize and situate the emerging field of Indian psychology(IP) in the disciplinary matrix. The meaning, scope, critical features and misconceptions about IP have been articulated.

The chapter deals with growth and expansion of social psychology in India. It illuminates how western social psychology went through the process of indgenization in India.

This chapter examines the different meanings of "Indian psychology" and discusses the basic concepts and constructs to present a historical introduction.

The paper argues for a complementarity between the western phenomenal-materialist orientation and the eastern spiritual-transcendental-ontology in evolving a worthwhile psychology of Self.

The chapter identifies the most fundamental concepts and insights from the Indian tradition in the field of personality and the self. Yoga and Advaita are further considered as ways of personality development and self-realization with a comment on possible types of research concerning traditional Indian forms of counselling.

Indian psychology studies consciousness in its multifaceted manifestations and offers a set of practices which can be used in realizing truth and for the transformation of the human condition towards perfection.

This paper addresses the split created between 'science and spirituality' within dominant academic discourse which is leading to inner chaos in the minds of modern youth. It has further highlighted the need to have a dialogue between scientists and spiritualists to bridge the split.

This paper explores the connection between postmodern thought and mysticism in reference to psychology.

An excellent survey of the methods used in Transpersonal Psychology. A slightly revised version of this article has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

This paper critically reviews the current status of primary health care services in India. The paper argues that traditional health services which have existed for thousands of years and have wide acceptance and application throughout India need to be rejuvenated and integrated within the existing health care programmes.

The chapter deals with growth and expansion of social psychology in India. It illuminates how western social psychology went through the process of indgenization in India.

This article delves deeper into the spiritual dimension of yoga and meditation and explores the real meaning of these terms from the viewpoint of serious practitioners and researchers.

Basing itself on ancient Indian thought this article explores the scope and meaning of Vedantic yoga-psychology.

This paper discusses how one can get liberation from desire and transform the lower nature through yoga.

The article bases itself on the psycho-spiritual interpretation of the Vedas as given by Sri Aurobindo. It examines in particular the famous Vedic legend of the Angirasa Rishis and the lost cows.

This article explores the social, psychological and historical processes through which the Sikh community has categorised and differentiated itself from other communities to form a distinct identity. The self-construal of the Sikh community is constituted by spiritual, heroic and aesthetic images. It has a core of shared religious, social and cultural attributes, and a unique blending of continuity and change has helped the Sikh community to have a global presence.

This article provides an overview of Sri Aurobindo’s psychological thought and system of Integral Yoga Psychology (IYP). Relevant biographical and historical background is introduced, and his influence on the development of transpersonal psychology reviewed. Using Sri Aurobindo’s cosmology of consciousness as a framework for transpersonal experience, IYP’s model of planes of consciousness and parts of the being is explained and illustrated with quotations from Sri Aurobindo’s writings. Emphasis is placed on the psychic being (soul) and overhead planes of consciousness, as these are central to IYP’s psycho-spiritual method of transforming the ego. Finally, implications for transpersonal development and transpersonal therapy are formulated, and some clinical applications given.

This article briefly explains Sri Aurobindo’s system of yoga and psychology.

The author presents here his ideas and experiences about integral psychotherapy, a therapy that bases itself on ‘the consciousness paradigm’.

The article bases itself on the psycho-spiritual interpretation of the Vedas as given by Sri Aurobindo. It examines in particular the famous Vedic legend of the Angirasa Rishis and the lost cows.

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

The article takes examples from “Savitri”, a book by Sri Aurobindo, to explain the concept of “rejection”, one of the three main skills needed for any true spiritual endeavour. It traces the crucial role played by “rejection” in the yoga of Ashwapati and Savitri.

An informal talk given at the Cultural Integration Fellowship in San Fransisco, linking the concept of integrality back to the Sanskrit word "purna" (April 2002)

In this article a comparison is drawn between Sri Aurobindo's evolutionary conceptualization of consciousness and the concepts of consciosuness more commonly encountered in contemporary consciousness sudies. A number of ontological and epistemological questions arising out of this comparison are discussed.

A paper presented at the National Institute of Advanced Studies in Bangalore during a conference on Consciousness and Evolution (June 2001)

The article mainly focuses on the theme of cosmic consciousness as presented by Sri Aurobindo in his writings.

The chapter discusses the biography of an eminent Indian yogi and a poet, Sri Aurobindo. It also throws light on his creative genius as evident in his writings, particularly in his classic work, Savitri.

This book was initially meant as a practical guide for teachers and trainees at Mirambika, the Free Progress unit of the Sri Aurobindo Education Society at New Delhi. Over time it has, however, proven invaluable for many others who are not directly involved in education, but who are serious about their spiritual growth, and who want to implement spirituality in their daily life and work.

This article bases itself on the ideas of Sri Aurobindo. It talks about the developmental model of education based on universal principles such as self-awareness and self-development of the students and the teachers.

This article is a practical guide for a workshop that explores a new way to understand and teach psychology. It states the importance for change in the objectives and methods of psychology education.

Here are posted the various hymns that are studied at the weekly class held at IPI by Vladimir.

This article provides an overview of Sri Aurobindo’s psychological thought and system of Integral Yoga Psychology (IYP). Relevant biographical and historical background is introduced, and his influence on the development of transpersonal psychology reviewed. Using Sri Aurobindo’s cosmology of consciousness as a framework for transpersonal experience, IYP’s model of planes of consciousness and parts of the being is explained and illustrated with quotations from Sri Aurobindo’s writings. Emphasis is placed on the psychic being (soul) and overhead planes of consciousness, as these are central to IYP’s psycho-spiritual method of transforming the ego. Finally, implications for transpersonal development and transpersonal therapy are formulated, and some clinical applications given.

This paper argues that “the fundamental questions of metaphysics are not trivial, because the answers we select for them determine the framework of metapsychology, and that in turn influences clinical practice.” In other words this paper seeks attempts to show how Eastern and Western psychologies can be integrated using a spiritual metapsychology, and how this would affect the theoretical basis of psychotherapy.

The paper seeks to present preliminary findings from a qualitative research project –an interpretive inquiry--that explores how spiritual ideals held by individuals inform the social psychology of Auroville, a growing international town of 1,800 people from over forty countries.

This paper brings together the theories of quantum physics with the Indian concept of consciousness.

The article focuses on a consciousness-based approach towards health and healing. According to the author an illness is essentially an inner disequilibrium and that the healer’s task is primarily to help the pateint regain the inner and the outer balance.

This articles draws the general outline of the principles and techniques of integral psychotherapy.

Basing itself on ancient Indian thought this article explores the scope and meaning of Vedantic yoga-psychology.

This article illustrates the principles of Integral psychology with the help of various exercises and practical examples.

This article uses the ethnographic method to examine the teaching-learning process in Mirambika, a centre for learning based on Free Progress Education, as outlined by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother.

This article briefly explains Sri Aurobindo’s system of yoga and psychology.

An informal talk given at the Cultural Integration Fellowship in San Fransisco, linking the concept of integrality back to the Sanskrit word "purna" (April 2002)

In this article a comparison is drawn between Sri Aurobindo's evolutionary conceptualization of consciousness and the concepts of consciosuness more commonly encountered in contemporary consciousness sudies. A number of ontological and epistemological questions arising out of this comparison are discussed.

A paper presented at the National Institute of Advanced Studies in Bangalore during a conference on Consciousness and Evolution (June 2001)

Based on comparative studies in mysticism and history of religion the author explains a new approach in methodology for the “new psychology” called “Integral phenomenology”

Here are posted the various hymns that are studied at the weekly class held at IPI by Vladimir.

This paper elucidates the role of the psychologist in the Indian tradition and reaffirms that personal growth is indispensible to lead an integrated and happy life.

This article explores the models of consciousness from the Indian perspective.

This article explores the question whether the duality involved in understanding consciousness is true or not.

This paper brings together the theories of quantum physics with the Indian concept of consciousness.

This paper develops the thesis that consciousness per se is not constructed or shaped by the material process of cognition or perception triggered by the brain, but that in the ultimate sense, the nature of consciousness may appear to be like that of an energy field transcending the boundaries of individual brains and all external objects.

This chapter elucidates some of the deepest and highest horizons of mankind based on Sri Aurobindo's vision. Sri Aurobindo foresaw new possibilities for the human instrument and developed techniques for the further development of human potential. The evolving soul or psychic being has an important role in this new development.

The paper argues for a complementarity between the western phenomenal-materialist orientation and the eastern spiritual-transcendental-ontology in evolving a worthwhile psychology of Self.

This paper discusses the structure of human personality as found in Vedantic psychology and concentrates in particular on the theory of “panch koshas.”

In contrast to Western psychology which provides an outward-looking view focusing on the problems faced by man and their solutions, Indian psychology views such problems as related to deeper philosophical aspects of the human being and suggests an inward-looking approach to solve them. The quest for self and identity and the nature of self as "witness" provides the platform for psychological enquiry and research at different levels of existence, from biosocial to spiritual.

This article explores the social, psychological and historical processes through which the Sikh community has categorised and differentiated itself from other communities to form a distinct identity. The self-construal of the Sikh community is constituted by spiritual, heroic and aesthetic images. It has a core of shared religious, social and cultural attributes, and a unique blending of continuity and change has helped the Sikh community to have a global presence.

This paper presents a broad overview on a unique experiment in community living by senior citizens called “Vanaprastha”. It presents a plethora of opportunities for research in the area of old age, living situations for the aged and effects of spiritual practices.

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

The article mainly focuses on the theme of cosmic consciousness as presented by Sri Aurobindo in his writings.

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

This paper calls for Intuition as a method of psychology and suggests how intuitive mind can be developed for having intuitive experience.

An excellent survey of the methods used in Transpersonal Psychology. A slightly revised version of this article has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

This article gives the basic argument why rigorous, yoga-based, research of first person experience is necessary to take Psychology further. It is based on a keynote given at the Annual Conference of the Transpersonal Psychology Section of the BPS in 2007.

This article tries to explain how first-person, yoga-based research can be made rigorous and reliable.

This article looks from an experiential angle at the different types of knowledge that are involved in yoga-based research. A slightly shorter version has been included in Matthijs Cornelissen, Girishwar Mishra and Suneet Varma (eds.) (2011), Foundations of Indian Psychology (Vol. 1), New-Delhi: Pearson.

A paper presented at the National Institute of Advanced Studies in Bangalore during a conference on Consciousness and Evolution (June 2001)

This paper discusses the various methods applied by some of the ancient Indian systems to study the human mind.

Based on comparative studies in mysticism and history of religion the author explains a new approach in methodology for the “new psychology” called “Integral phenomenology”

The article explores the Indian theories and perspective on research methodologies.

This paper bases itself on the teachings of The Mother and Sri Aurobindo and discusses a few tools that they have given to lead a peaceful, harmonious life. A few exercises that help doing this are discussed: stepping back into yourself, self-observation, widening the consciousness etc.

The paper states that the paradigm shift of the mind as the seen and the self as the seer has significant implications for mind management.

The chapter discusses the biography of an eminent Indian yogi and a poet, Sri Aurobindo. It also throws light on his creative genius as evident in his writings, particularly in his classic work, Savitri.

This paper shows how Western ideas about how creativity develops have changed over time, through a consideration of the role of inspiration, luck, ability, style, mental flexibility, motivation, experience, intuition and context.

The article takes examples from “Savitri”, a book by Sri Aurobindo, to explain the concept of “rejection”, one of the three main skills needed for any true spiritual endeavour. It traces the crucial role played by “rejection” in the yoga of Ashwapati and Savitri.

This chapter explores the characteristic features of traditional healing practices and attempts to decipher the ways in which they work. The purpose is to draw parallels between folk practices and modern psychotherapies and identify learning opportunities from ancient wisdom.

This paper argues that “the fundamental questions of metaphysics are not trivial, because the answers we select for them determine the framework of metapsychology, and that in turn influences clinical practice.” In other words this paper seeks attempts to show how Eastern and Western psychologies can be integrated using a spiritual metapsychology, and how this would affect the theoretical basis of psychotherapy.

The article bases itself on the psycho-spiritual interpretation of the Vedas as given by Sri Aurobindo. It examines in particular the famous Vedic legend of the Angirasa Rishis and the lost cows.

The article takes examples from “Savitri”, a book by Sri Aurobindo, to explain the concept of “rejection”, one of the three main skills needed for any true spiritual endeavour. It traces the crucial role played by “rejection” in the yoga of Ashwapati and Savitri.

The article gives an overview of (mainly Western) research on and practical advice for the early stages of meditation in the context of modern life.

This article delves deeper into the spiritual dimension of yoga and meditation and explores the real meaning of these terms from the viewpoint of serious practitioners and researchers.

This paper bases itself on the teachings of The Mother and Sri Aurobindo and discusses a few tools that they have given to lead a peaceful, harmonious life. A few exercises that help doing this are discussed: stepping back into yourself, self-observation, widening the consciousness etc.

This paper is a theoretical and practical guide to a form of meditation known as “insight Dialogue.”

This paper elucidates the role of the psychologist in the Indian tradition and reaffirms that personal growth is indispensible to lead an integrated and happy life.

The relationship of Karma-Yoga with the dimensions of empathy was explored. The results highlighted the differential impact of dimensions of empathy and Karma-yoga was found to be similar to altruism motivation in the Indian context.

The paper states that the paradigm shift of the mind as the seen and the self as the seer has significant implications for mind management.

This paper discusses how one can get liberation from desire and transform the lower nature through yoga.

This article illustrates the principles of Integral psychology with the help of various exercises and practical examples.

The chapter explores the role of religion in coping with the stresses of incarceration by prison inmates, and in bringing about a sense of well-being and happiness in their dismal existence. The efficacy of yoga, meditation and spiritual counselling have been further explored as life-transforming tools with the potential to bring about attitudinal and behavioural changes that render them less likely to return to the prison later.

The article mainly focuses on the theme of cosmic consciousness as presented by Sri Aurobindo in his writings.

This article talks about the amazing healing system of the human body and how yoga can support this healing system to promote a superior state of mental and physical health.

This chapter explores the characteristic features of traditional healing practices and attempts to decipher the ways in which they work. The purpose is to draw parallels between folk practices and modern psychotherapies and identify learning opportunities from ancient wisdom.

Disability attitudes are the major barriers in improving life conditions of physically challenged in developing countries. In this article, some social interventions aimed at changing the disability attitudes of rural people in India are discussed.

This paper tries to offer an overview of the salient developments in the area of health psychology by critically examining the concepts and research evidence. The key aspects of Ayurveda and the contemporary health scenario in the Indian context is presented. A comprehensive model of health consisting of three components, i.e., restoration, maintenance and promotion is presented.

This paper gives a quick review of the meaning and application of yoga. Yoga, defined here as a science of life liberates, transforms and heals.

The article gives an overview of (mainly Western) research on and practical advice for the early stages of meditation in the context of modern life.

The chapter discusses the effect of spiritual and religious practices on human health and well-being. It reviews studies in the area of mental and physical health to suggest that health behaviour, and quality of social and family life are contingent on religious beliefs, rites and practices.

This paper is a study of the indigenous concept of anasakti (non attachment) and its implications for health. The key features of anasakti are identified as effort orientation, emotional equipoise, and weak concern for external reward. The study empirically explored the relationship of anasakti with stress and strain. Results showed that Anasakti had a negative relationship with distress. Progressive detachment was recommended to reduce stress and lead to better performance.

This paper presents a study undertaken to learn about the religious beliefs of hospitalized inpatients and to assess the importance of utilizing religious beliefs in treatment.

The nature of self-construal was qualitatively explored among healthy and chronically sick women. The narrative analysis of their life scripts focused on the role of health and life circumstances in shaping their self-construal. It was found that most of these women construed their selves in terms of their role relationships.

This paper attempts to study psychological adjustment of hospital patients seeking treatment for tuberculosis using the attributional theoretical approach. They examined patients' perceptions of their disease, its causes and the factors which may be responsible for recovery. The findings highlighted the importance of cultural factors in shaping patients' perception of the causes and recovery. They revealed the extent to which metaphysical concerns shape the construction of illness in India, and also explain why patients seek alternative healing systems.

This paper is a study of the indigenous concept of anasakti (non attachment) and its implications for health. The key features of anasakti are identified as effort orientation, emotional equipoise, and weak concern for external reward. The study empirically explored the relationship of anasakti with stress and strain. Results showed that Anasakti had a negative relationship with distress. Progressive detachment was recommended to reduce stress and lead to better performance.

The paper attempts to understand how people work through their emotional pain to arrive at self-transformation and healing. The study provides rich insights in the role of acknowledging one's vulnerabilities and emotional release in transcending life crises and attaining inner peace.

This article delineates the role of the theory of Karma in the healing process of women who had undergone a major life crisis.

The author presents here his ideas and experiences about integral psychotherapy, a therapy that bases itself on ‘the consciousness paradigm’.

This chapter explores the characteristic features of traditional healing practices and attempts to decipher the ways in which they work. The purpose is to draw parallels between folk practices and modern psychotherapies and identify learning opportunities from ancient wisdom.

This paper is a study on the various ways of coping with stress employed by adolescents. Two major ways found to cope with stress are: problem solving and managing emotions.

This paper argues that “the fundamental questions of metaphysics are not trivial, because the answers we select for them determine the framework of metapsychology, and that in turn influences clinical practice.” In other words this paper seeks attempts to show how Eastern and Western psychologies can be integrated using a spiritual metapsychology, and how this would affect the theoretical basis of psychotherapy.

This paper expresses the need for counsellors to not only develop skills of empathy but also of understanding and love. It states that, “love brings profound healing, and understanding brings lessening of fear.”

The article focuses on a consciousness-based approach towards health and healing. According to the author an illness is essentially an inner disequilibrium and that the healer’s task is primarily to help the pateint regain the inner and the outer balance.

This articles draws the general outline of the principles and techniques of integral psychotherapy.

The article takes a deeper look into Hinduism and the various psychological implications it has on the modern practitioner.

According to this paper in order to alleviate suffering, Indian Psychology and modern psychotherapy can complement each other; a theoretical framework is needed that could contain all levels of consciousness, which could create a possibility of a dialogue between diverse perspectives.

This paper shows the close relationship between spirituality and well-being by presenting research based evidence that spirituality or a spiritual way of life has a bearing on well-being. In addition, it shows that ideas or concepts drawn from spirituality can be effectively applied to counselling and psychotherapy.

Educational theories and policies tend to include noble and inspiring ideals regarding the "all-round development" of the students. The practice lives, however, rarely up to the intent. More often than not, the content of the curriculum and the manner in which it is transacted are such, that a negative effect on the healthy development of the students is almost inevitable. This chapter asks attention for some of these factors, and suggests that much could be gained, if we would be more open to what the Indian tradition can contribute to contemporary psychology.

This paper deals with the Gita’s perspective on Yoga in relation to improving the quality of education, methods of teaching, and morale of teachers.

This book was initially meant as a practical guide for teachers and trainees at Mirambika, the Free Progress unit of the Sri Aurobindo Education Society at New Delhi. Over time it has, however, proven invaluable for many others who are not directly involved in education, but who are serious about their spiritual growth, and who want to implement spirituality in their daily life and work.

This article bases itself on the ideas of Sri Aurobindo. It talks about the developmental model of education based on universal principles such as self-awareness and self-development of the students and the teachers.

This paper discusses the principles of Integral education and presents a case study of Integral education put in practice at a laboratory school in Baroda.

This paper expounds the perspectives of J. Krishnamurti on education, in particular the importance of observing and learning one’s own inner psychological structure.

This article uses the ethnographic method to examine the teaching-learning process in Mirambika, a centre for learning based on Free Progress Education, as outlined by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother.

Educational theories and policies tend to include noble and inspiring ideals regarding the "all-round development" of the students. The practice lives, however, rarely up to the intent. More often than not, the content of the curriculum and the manner in which it is transacted are such, that a negative effect on the healthy development of the students is almost inevitable. This chapter asks attention for some of these factors, and suggests that much could be gained, if we would be more open to what the Indian tradition can contribute to contemporary psychology.

This article is about the Introductory Course on Indian Psychology oraganized by IPI.

This article is about the Introductory Course on Indian Psychology oraganized by IPI.

This paper outlines the needs of children during different stages as they grow up, which, if fulfilled, will contribute to holistic development.

This article uses the ethnographic method to examine the teaching-learning process in Mirambika, a centre for learning based on Free Progress Education, as outlined by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother.

This paper discusses the concepts of ‘swabhava’ and ‘swadharma’ in the context of modern-day education.

This paper discusses school reforms in India. It points at establishing a case for recognizing the ‘agency’ of the teacher in the process of education and learning and it examines some of the key elements and pedagogical features of an integrated teacher education programme that is likely to enable deep reform while engaging with some of the more fundamental questions related to knowledge and the aim of education.

This book was initially meant as a practical guide for teachers and trainees at Mirambika, the Free Progress unit of the Sri Aurobindo Education Society at New Delhi. Over time it has, however, proven invaluable for many others who are not directly involved in education, but who are serious about their spiritual growth, and who want to implement spirituality in their daily life and work.

A paper published in the journal of the Consciousness and Experiential Psychology section of the British Psychological Society (August 2000)

This paper discusses some of the ways and means related to content and process of teaching Indian Psychology. It also addresses the question regarding how to give consciousness its rightful place when we bring Indian psychology back into the classroom?

This article is a practical guide for a workshop that explores a new way to understand and teach psychology. It states the importance for change in the objectives and methods of psychology education.

This article is about the Introductory Course on Indian Psychology oraganized by IPI.

This article is about the Introductory Course on Indian Psychology oraganized by IPI.

This paper provides a brief account of the work being done with regard to finding ways and approaches to bring Indian contributions to inner sciences into the learning experiences of the students at Antioch University.

This paper discusses school reforms in India. It points at establishing a case for recognizing the ‘agency’ of the teacher in the process of education and learning and it examines some of the key elements and pedagogical features of an integrated teacher education programme that is likely to enable deep reform while engaging with some of the more fundamental questions related to knowledge and the aim of education.

Two scenario studies examined justice perceptions in Indian samples. It was suggested that subjects thought in terms of merit and need, instead of merit or need. Need and merit were rated as being similar in importance when deciding a fair punishment. Attention was drawn to several aspects of justice perception, especially those related to punishment.

The chapter explores the sense of well-being, feelings of happiness and depression among the rural and urban poor. In the process, the extent and role of religious beliefs and practices in coping with poverty have been investigated.

This paper presents a broad overview on a unique experiment in community living by senior citizens called “Vanaprastha”. It presents a plethora of opportunities for research in the area of old age, living situations for the aged and effects of spiritual practices.

This paper outlines the needs of children during different stages as they grow up, which, if fulfilled, will contribute to holistic development.

The chapter argues that it is a major challenge for the Government, bureaucrats, activists and social scientists to prepare viable community development programmes. The psycho-social barriers to community participation have been discussed and ways are suggested to facilitate it.

The paper seeks to present preliminary findings from a qualitative research project –an interpretive inquiry--that explores how spiritual ideals held by individuals inform the social psychology of Auroville, a growing international town of 1,800 people from over forty countries.

The chapter explores the role of religion in coping with the stresses of incarceration by prison inmates, and in bringing about a sense of well-being and happiness in their dismal existence. The efficacy of yoga, meditation and spiritual counselling have been further explored as life-transforming tools with the potential to bring about attitudinal and behavioural changes that render them less likely to return to the prison later.

This paper shows how Western ideas about how creativity develops have changed over time, through a consideration of the role of inspiration, luck, ability, style, mental flexibility, motivation, experience, intuition and context.

A well-developed research paper on the importance of spirituality in management: its role and relevance. As the author states, “ the major thesis of this research is that spirituality of employees is reflected in work climate” and this in turn leads to a positive affect of the employees’ service to the customers.