Business Professionals' Acceptance of Ikebana
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https://doi.org/10.52731/lbds.v005.325Keywords:
Ikebana, Business professional, Interview, Quantitative Text AnalysisAbstract
Mindfulness, a type of mental training, is gaining attention among business professionals. This study explored the potential of ikebana as a form of mindfulness practice. Further, it sought to elucidate how ikebana is integrated into personal and business settings. To achieve this, semi-structured interviews were conducted with business professionals experienced in ikebana, guided by two research questions. Consequently, we confirmed that participants’ words regarding their personal lives, business, and self-perception are relatied to the ikebana. Additionally, participants noted that ikebana can be a mood-changer in everyday life and promote self-awareness and awareness of others in business contexts.
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