Jurnal Studi Komunikasi
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025)

A case study on impact transcendental communication on emotional well-being in Indonesia

Nursanti, Siti (Unknown)
TAyo, Yanti (Unknown)
Nirmala , Ine (Unknown)
Armen Gemael, Qorr (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jul 2025

Abstract

This study examined the impact of transcendental communication on the emotional well-being of older adults in Indonesia. Employing a case study approach within an elderly Islamic study group (pengajian), data were collected through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs), and participatory observations involving productive older adults, health workers, and community leaders. The findings indicate that transcendental communication, including practices such as communal prayer, Quran memorisation, and in-depth dialogue, has a significantly positive effect on the emotional well-being of older adults. Participants who engaged in these practices reported reduced stress and anxiety, enhanced self-awareness, and greater optimism and inner calm. This study underscores the potential of transcendental communication as an effective strategy for enhancing the emotional well-being of older adults in Indonesia. It provides policy recommendations to support its broader implementation.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jsk

Publisher

Subject

Arts Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

Jurnal Studi Komunikasi (Indonesian Journal of Communications Studies), one of the journals published by Faculty of Communications Science Dr. Soetomo University, was established in January 2017. Jurnal Studi Komunikasi a double blind peer-reviewed journal, explores critical and constructive ...