ENHANCING SPIRITUAL AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING OF UNITED STATES NAVY SAILORS THROUGH THE VIRTUE OF TRANSCENDENCE
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Authors
See, Kathleen L.
Subjects
transcendence
profound connection
sense of purpose
character strengths
gratitude
hope
appreciation of beauty
humor
spirituality
religion
spirituality
spiritual fitness
spiritual readiness
spiritual and emotional well-being
quality of life
mind
body
spirit
profound connection
sense of purpose
character strengths
gratitude
hope
appreciation of beauty
humor
spirituality
religion
spirituality
spiritual fitness
spiritual readiness
spiritual and emotional well-being
quality of life
mind
body
spirit
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Lester, Paul
Helzer, Erik
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2023-09
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Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
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This thesis investigates current practices, policies, and gaps in promoting transcendence within the U.S. military, with a focus on enhancing the spiritual and emotional well-being of Navy Sailors. Transcendence, involving a connection to a higher purpose, holds potential for individuals to find meaning in life. Five character strengths associated with transcendence—gratitude, hope, appreciation of beauty, humor, and spirituality—play a significant role in facilitating well-being. The study employs a literature review and analysis of military policies and programs to assess the state of spiritual fitness initiatives. The findings inform evidence-based recommendations for improving spiritual fitness and well-being in the Navy. The research contributes to enhancing the quality of life for service members and offers insights for promoting well-being in other high-performance work environments. Limitations include a U.S. military focus and potential biases in self-reported data. Overall, this research provides a comprehensive examination of transcendence and spiritual fitness in the military, identifying gaps and offering recommendations for further improvement.
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