Mouna Vratha: An Effective Traditional Method of Self-Regulation

Abstract

Self-regulation is an important psychological skill that aims at self-realization and better self-actualization. Self-regulation directed towards behaviour is called behavioural self-regulation; directed towards emotions, inner states and cognitive function is known as emotional self- regulation. Most of the relationship or social issue in the western tradition is due to either of the two types of self-regulation failure-inadequate or misguided self-regulation. Mouna Vratha, the religious practice of vow of silence emphasizes that self-control is very important to be observed by a person. The use of Mouna vratha as a technique of self-regulation in counselling and psychotherapy will help an individual to explore themselves in the realm of silence. The present paper discusses the effectiveness of self-regulation and how it can be implemented through the practice of mouna vratha.