ArticleFrontiers in psychology2025
Understanding the association of calligraphy activities with flow experience, peace of mind, and self-focused attention among university students.
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- Effect of increasing cognitive activity participation via calligraphy practice on salient network and central executive network in older adults with subjective cognitive decline: a secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial.Frontiers in aging neuroscience · 2026Article
- The role of hope, academic thriving, and adaptive coping in fostering peace of mind among university students: a mixed-methods study.Frontiers in psychology · 2025Article
- Chinese calligraphy as cultural mediation: a cultural-historical activity theory perspective on therapeutic practice for neuropsychiatric symptoms.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2025Article
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Abstract
Introduction: Calligraphy, as a mindful practice, fosters focus, creativity, and relaxation, all of which contribute to a more peaceful mental state. For university students, regular engagement in calligraphy can help develop better coping mechanisms for academic and personal stress. This enhanced ability to manage stress can lead to improved mental well-being, greater self-awareness, and a more positive outlook, supporting their overall academic and personal development. Methods: This study employed convenience sampling and snowball sampling to select 453 university students from Hunan Province, China, in September 2024 as valid samples. AMOS v.23 was used to construct a structural equation model to validate the hypotheses. Results: The study revealed a significant positive relationship between calligraphy activities and both flow experience and peace of mind. Furthermore, a strong positive correlation was observed between flow experience, peace of mind, and self-focused attention. In addition, flow experience and peace of mind were found to mediate the relationship between calligraphy activities and self-focused attention. Discussion: The findings highlight the positive role of calligraphy activities in enhancing university students' mental well-being, particularly through promoting flow experience and peace of mind. These factors not only directly benefit self-focused attention but also serve as mediators, suggesting that calligraphy can be an effective intervention for improving concentration and emotional balance. This study underscores the potential of incorporating calligraphy into student wellness programs to support both academic performance and personal development.
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