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Spiritual and Ethical Fitness

Spiritual and Ethical Fitness. Defining Total Fitness for the 21 st Century Conference Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences December 2009. Growing evidence base in spirituality in health.

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Spiritual and Ethical Fitness

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  1. Spiritual and Ethical Fitness Defining Total Fitness for the 21st Century Conference Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences December 2009

  2. Growing evidence base in spirituality in health Number of MEDLINE-indexed articles by year, with TITLES using the terms Religio* or Spirit*

  3. The role of chaplains • Spirituality and health research lacks studies of the role of chaplains • Spiritual fitness practice MUST work with and through the line and chaplains

  4. Definition of spiritual and ethical fitness • A state in which one feels connected beyond oneself both horizontally and vertically, and which motivates one in life and enhances strength and resilience in all total fitness domains • Individual and unit characteristics include: • Meaning • Purpose • Values • Self-worth • Dignity • Hope • Promotes healthy relationships, responsible living and the ability to respond effectively to stress and hardship (AFPD-52-1, 2006)

  5. Theoretical Model Which are mobilized by Through development of Which are achieved by influencing Are supported by Based in part on Conservation of resources theory. Ref: Hobfoll et al. “Fact or Artifact: The Relationship of Hope to a Caravan of Resources”

  6. Execution: Modifying external resources can enhance mission-related outcomes via mediators Self-transcendence: Ability to move outside oneself and place an allegiance with God or higher calling including to one’s Service branch Note: For efficiency, we are highlighting this path of action for just one of several mediators Engagement: positive and fulfilling state of mind that is characterized by vigor, dedication, and absorption

  7. Definitions of other mediators • Spiritually and ethically-driven engagement: • Positive and fulfilling state of mind that is characterized by vigor, dedication to spiritual or ethical principles, and absorption • Definition adapted from Schaufeli et al., 2002 • Religious and spiritual practices: • Practices, which can be outward or inward, that allow one to connect to something beyond oneself • Examples include symbolic and contemplative practices • Reference: Bandura, 2009

  8. Table of outcomes, variables, and metrics

  9. Bottom line for the Line

  10. Questions? • Note: non-animated version of slide 3 follows

  11. Execution: Modifying external resources can enhance mission-related outcomes via mediators Self-transcendence: Ability to move outside oneself and place an allegiance with God or higher calling including to one’s Service branch Note: For efficiency, we are highlighting this path of action for just one of several mediators Engagement: positive and fulfilling state of mind that is characterized by vigor, dedication, and absorption

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