Happy Workplace According to Buddhist Philosophy

Abstract

This academic article aims to study Happy Workplace According to Buddhist Philosophy. The study found that happiness is something universally desired, even in work life. Therefore, creating happiness at work is a crucial factor that enables smooth organizational management. Creating happiness in organizations leads to successful work practices under the collaboration of individuals within the organization. It should involve management systems that promote self-realization, personal growth, and systematic work creation. Utilizing important Buddhist principles to foster happiness at work helps to establish internal stability and strength, translating attitudes and behaviors externally towards collective happiness and prosperity in organizational work. Key Buddhist philosophical principles contributing to happiness at work include the principles of Dhamma and moral virtue. The newly formulated knowledge about Happy Workplace According to Buddhist Philosophy derived from this synthesis of data is referred to as the HB Model, composed of two critical components: Part H : Happy Workplace, representing happiness in the workplace, divided into two dimensions: 1) External work dimension, including physical workspace conditions. 2) Internal work dimension, comprising mental states such as tranquility, peace, and comfort derived from inner work (meditation) with wisdom. Part B : Buddhist Philosophy, encompassing Buddhist teachings or principles that collectively contribute to organizational happiness, including the four Noble Truths and other moral principles that complement and enhance the completeness of the Four Noble Truths. These two components play a role in creating holistic happiness across three dimensions: individual happiness, family happiness, and organizational happiness.