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The Tradition of Eating Bajamba in Fostering Cohesiveness and a Sense of Belonging in Nagari Kamang Mudiak Miladiah, Fakhriatul Ulfa; Desina, Mela; Litania, Nenny; Chairunnisa, Chairunnisa
Socius: Jurnal Penelitian Ilmu-Ilmu Sosial Vol 3, No 5 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18052603

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Makan bajamba is a traditional Minangkabau communal dining practice that embodies deep social, symbolic, and psychological meanings. Beyond fulfilling biological needs, this tradition functions as a cultural mechanism for strengthening social cohesion, collective identity, and a sense of belonging within indigenous communities. This study aims to explore the practice of makan bajamba and its contribution to fostering social cohesion and sense of belonging among the people of Nagari Kamang Mudiak, Agam Regency, West Sumatra. Employing a qualitative approach with a case study design, data were collected through participant observation during a baralek gadang (traditional wedding ceremony) and in-depth interviews with bundo kanduang and juwaro who play key roles in the ritual. The findings reveal that makan bajamba is a highly structured customary ritual that reflects values of equality, togetherness, and respect for Minangkabau social structure. Seating arrangements, food presentation, and the shared practice of eating from a single tray serve as symbolic expressions that strengthen emotional bonds among community members. This collective experience enhances social cohesion and fulfills essential components of sense of belonging, particularly belongingness and valued involvement. Moreover, makan bajamba acts as a medium for intergenerational transmission of cultural values and identity amid the pressures of modernization. The study highlights the significance of local cultural practices in sustaining cultural identity while promoting psychosocial well-being within indigenous communities.
Shifts in Modern Commitment: The Phenomenon of Fear of Marriage and Childfree from an Evolutionary Psychology Perspective Ajra, Nabila Atika; Desina, Mela; Lestari, Yuliana Intan
Socius: Jurnal Penelitian Ilmu-Ilmu Sosial Vol 3, No 5 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18052938

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The phenomena of fear of marriage (gamophobia) and the choice to live a childfree life have become increasingly prominent among younger generations, reflecting a shift in values regarding commitment, marriage, and reproduction. This article aims to analyze these phenomena through the perspective of evolutionary psychology. Using a qualitative literature review approach, this study examines scholarly books and journal articles related to gamophobia, childfree lifestyles, life history theory, and evolutionary mismatch. The findings indicate that fear of marriage can be understood as an adaptive response to the high evolutionary costs of long-term commitment, including perceived threats to autonomy, relational instability, and economic uncertainty. Meanwhile, the decision to remain childfree represents an alternative reproductive strategy when environmental conditions are perceived as unfavorable for parental investment. These results suggest that contemporary attitudes toward marriage and reproduction are not merely a rejection of traditional norms but reflect adaptive psychological strategies in response to modern social and ecological pressures.
Islamic Psychological Methodology: A Review of the Literature Desina, Mela; Shofiah, Vivik; Rajab, Khairunnas
Socius: Jurnal Penelitian Ilmu-Ilmu Sosial Vol 3, No 6 (2026): Januari
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18066542

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This study explores the methodological framework of Islamic psychology, which integrates scientific approaches with Islamic values as its epistemological foundation. The employed methods extend beyond empirical and rational inquiry by incorporating faith-based approaches grounded in the Qur’an and Hadith, as well as intuitive and spiritual dimensions that are distinctively Islamic. The study examines several methodological orientations—namely scripturalist, philosophical, and Sufi approaches—in an effort to construct a holistic and authentic paradigm of psychology. The purpose of this research is to develop a methodological framework for Islamic psychology that is both epistemologically valid and practically applicable, accommodating both spiritual and scientific dimensions while offering psychological solutions consistent with Islamic principles. This research adopts an extensive literature review of both classical and contemporary sources on Islamic psychology. The findings reveal that the methodological framework of Islamic psychology has the potential to enrich the broader field of psychology through a comprehensive, integrative, and contextually responsive approach that addresses the psychological needs of the Muslim community.
Co-Authors Ajra, Nabila Atika Chairunnisa Chairunnisa Khairunnas Rajab Litania, Nenny Miladiah, Fakhriatul Ulfa Vivik Shofiah Raudatussalamah Yuliana Intan Lestari