VOLUME 12 ISSUE 1 SPRING 2026

Spirituality Studies  3 Phan Thi Tho et al. Phan Thi Tho, Ph.D. is a Buddhist Minister and researcher whose work explores the dialogue between ancient spiritual traditions and contemporary science. She can be reached at ttho.mcu@gmail.com. Hansa Dhammahaso, Prof. Dr. is a globally respected Vipassanā meditation master, Professor and Director of the Doctoral Program in Innovative Mindfulness and Peace Studies at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University in Thailand. Nadnapang Phophichit, Ph.D. is a Lecturer and Director of the Certificate in Mindfulness Master Program at the International Buddhist Studies College at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University in Thailand. orcid.org Received September 9, 2025 Revised January 15, 2026 Accepted January 16, 2026 Key words Right mindfulness, Wellness Program of Right Mindfulness, ameliorate burnout, Vietnamese employee Phan Thi Tho et al. Phan Thi Tho, Hansa Dhammahaso, Nadnapang Phophichit This feasibility study examined the acceptability of a two‑day Wellness Program of Right Mindfulness retreat and estimated immediate pre-post changes in burnout and well‑being among Vietnamese employees residing in Japan. The program was developed through expert consultation and implemented as a single‑arm retreat (N = 60). Participants completed the Maslach Burnout Inventory-General Survey (MBI‑GS) and the WHO‑5 Well‑Being Index before and immediately after the retreat; brief post‑retreat debrief reflections provided exploratory contextual insights. Retention, adherence, and satisfaction indicated high feasibility and acceptability. Pre-post analyses showed substantial reductions in Exhaustion and Cynicism and increases in Professional Efficacy, alongside improved WHO‑5 well‑being. Given the single arm design without a control group and immediate posttest timing, changes should be interpreted as preliminary associations rather than causal effects. These findings support feasibility and justify replication using randomized controlled designs with longer‑term follow‑up and adequately powered analyses to examine moderators of response. Effects of Right Mindfulness (Sammā-Sati) on Ameliorating Burnout and Promoting WellBeing for Vietnamese Employees in Japan ←← Photography © 2026 Martin Dojčár

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