A stratified randomized controlled trial will test an app-based Christian and Islamic heart meditation intervention in healthy adults. The study aims to measure whether the intervention improves interpersonal and individual well-being outcomes. The protocol describes the planned methods, including participant stratification and outcome assessments, but no results are reported.
A Christian contemplative practice, centering prayer, can reduce stress and improve well-being. An online intervention study found that participants who practiced centering prayer reported lower stress levels and greater flourishing compared to a control group. The practice involves silent, intentional focus on God's presence, promoting inner calm and emotional balance. These findings suggest that incorporating this spiritual discipline into daily life may offer mental health benefits, including stress relief and enhanced personal growth.