Institute of Sufficiency Journal

Driving the IDG Leadership Network in Thailand: An Analytical Study and Recommendations of Phramaha Maghavin Purisuttamo

Center of Sufficiency Studies — 2025-09-30

This academic article aimed to analyze the approaches to driving the Inner Development Goals (IDG) leadership network in Thailand from the perspective of Phrakru Palat Suwatthanavisutthisankhun (Phramaha Maghavin Purisuttamo, Asst. Prof. Dr.). It connected the global IDG framework with the Four Bhavanas in Buddhism through philosophical analysis and the synthesis of relevant documents. The analysis revealed that advancing the IDG leadership network in Thailand required integrating the global framework with Buddhist wisdom to create a balance of body, mind, morality, and wisdom. Structural recommendations were also presented, including the establishment of a central organization, a knowledge platform, certification systems, and a sustainability fund. The new body of knowledge proposed was the MAKHA Model, consisting of Mindful Integration, Alliance Building, Knowledge-based Platform, Holistic Development, and Appreciation & Accreditation. This model was not only a practical tool but also reflected philosophical, spiritual, and social values that could serve as a new compass for inner development and the sustainable advancement of the IDG leadership network in Thai society.

An Analytical Study of Non-Technical Skills for Quality of Life Development

Dinh Supasamut — 2025-09-30

This research aimed to (1) examine the concepts and components of Non-Technical Skills (NTS), (2) analyze the relationship between NTS and quality of life development, and (3) synthesize a conceptual framework of NTS for quality of life development. The researcher sought to broaden the meaning of NTS beyond the framework traditionally applied in high-risk professions toward a new definition as “life skills, thinking, and relationships,” so that it could serve as knowledge applicable to quality of life enhancement on a wider scale. The research methodology employed documentary research and philosophical research, utilizing hermeneutic analysis, comparative analysis, and reflexive thinking. The data were drawn from both international and Thai studies related to NTS in medicine, nursing, aviation, education, and management. The findings revealed that (1) the core components of NTS that repeatedly emerged included situation awareness, decision making, communication, teamwork, leadership, and task management; (2) NTS were directly related to all dimensions of quality of life—physical, psychological, social, and environmental—by reducing stress, fostering life balance, and enhancing social trust; and (3) a new conceptual framework, named the DINH Model, was synthesized, consisting of D = Decision & Discipline (decision making and self-discipline), I = Interpersonal Skills (interpersonal and relationship skills), N = Novel Thinking (creative and critical thinking), and H = Holistic Awareness (holistic awareness).

The Application of the 21th Royal Working Principle : Working with Happiness

Chairoj Nopchalermroj — 2025-10-01

This study aimed to analyze the application of the 21st Royal Working Principle: Working with Happiness. The objectives were: (1) to analyze the philosophical dimensions of working with happiness, (2) to examine the approaches for applying the 21st Royal Working Principle at individual, organizational, and societal levels, and (3) to propose new knowledge derived from its application at these levels. The research employed documentary research and philosophical research methodology through Buddhist philosophical analysis, hermeneutics, and reflexive thinking. The findings indicated that working with happiness integrated values and meaning into work, corresponding with Buddhist philosophy and Western concepts. Moreover, the principle could be practically applied across multiple levels, ranging from individuals, organizations, and communities to sustainable development at the societal and global scales. In addition, the study generated new knowledge in the form of the HAPPY Model, which comprised Harmony, Altruism, Purpose, Participation, and Yield of Well-being, all interconnected as mechanisms that transformed work into a source of happiness, meaning, and sustainable quality of life.

Leadership Development through the Perfection of Viriya Parami

Chisa Gunyaviriya — 2025-09-30

This research aimed to analyze the concept of Viriya Parami according to Theravada Buddhism. A documentary research design and philosophical research methodology were employed, including Buddhist philosophical analysis, hermeneutics, and reflexive thinking, based on Buddhist scriptures and relevant academic works. The findings revealed that Viriya Parami encompassed dimensions of perseverance, endurance, and self-sacrifice for the highest goal, and was closely related to the Four Right Efforts (Sammappadhana). It could also be linked to leadership attributes such as goal commitment, resilience, inspirational leadership, and ethical leadership. The synthesis led to the development of the “VIRIYA Leadership Model,” which consisted of five dimensions: Vision, Integrity, Resilience, Inspiration, and Yielding Action. The new knowledge from this research indicated that Viriya Parami could be developed into a conceptual framework for contemporary leadership grounded in morality and inner strength, which not only addressed theoretical gaps in academic studies but also provided a practical guideline for leadership development in Thai society and the global context toward sustainability.