The Effect of Spiritual Mindfulness on Perceived Stress and Quality of Life in Women
Journal of Pizhūhish dar dīn va Salāmat (i.e., Research on Religion & Health),
Vol. 11 No. 4 (2025),
7 January 2026
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Page 1-15
https://doi.org/10.22037/jrrh.v11i4.44011
Abstract
Background and Objective: Perceived stress and quality of life influence psychological and physical health. Mindfulness can alleviate stress and enhance quality of life. Previous research has demonstrated mindfulness benefits in diverse populations; yet, few studies have addressed the unique stressors faced by married women balancing familial and social roles. This study evaluated the effects of a 40-day spiritual mindfulness program on perceived stress and multiple quality-of-life dimensions in married women.
Methods: This is an experimental study conducted using a pre-test and post-test control group design. One hundred married women aged 20–45 in Tehran, were randomly assigned to an intervention (n=50) and a control (n=50) group. The intervention group completed 40 days of online lectures and practical meditation sessions; controls received no intervention. Pre- and post-intervention assessments using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and SF-36 questionnaire measured the outcomes. The spiritual mindfulness sessions program included silence of the mind, purification of the unconscious, light meditation, peace with oneself, and relaxation of the brain. Data analyses included Mann-Whitney U tests for SF-36 subscale comparisons and ANCOVA for perceived stress changes. In the present study, all ethical considerations were observed and the authors reported no conflicts of interest.
Results: The results showed significant improvements in the spiritual mindfulness group across all eight SF-36 subscales. ANCOVA results indicated a significant reduction in perceived stress in the experimental group (F=6.52, P=0.05).
Conclusion: A 40-day spiritual mindfulness program effectively reduced perceived stress and enhanced physical, psychological, and social facets of quality of life in married women. These findings support incorporating spiritual mindfulness techniques as an effective strategy for coping with stress and enhancing quality of life. Overall, the findings of this study may serve as a foundation for strategies aimed at improving the psychological and physical well-being of married women through mindfulness techniques.
- Married women
- Perceived stress
- Quality of life
- Spiritual mindfulness
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