A Study Of Correlation Between Life Satisfaction And Spiritual Intelligence Of Teachers In Relation To Their Marital Status

Abstract

This study explores the correlation between life satisfaction and spiritual intelligence among teachers, with a specific focus on their marital status, distinguishing between married and unmarried individuals. The research objectives aim to investigate how marital status affects the relationship between life satisfaction and spiritual intelligence. The hypotheses posit that there will be no significant correlation for both married and unmarried teachers, as well as no significant influence of marital status on this correlation. Life satisfaction is defined in this study as a positive evaluation of one's life conditions, encompassing various aspects of physical, psychological, and social well-being. Spiritual intelligence is the human capacity to utilize multiple levels of consciousness, embody spiritual values, and manifest qualities that enhance well-being, guiding individuals to lead meaningful lives in alignment with refined awareness, grace, meaning, transcendence, truth, peaceful surrender, and inner directedness. The research concentrates on schoolteachers in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, categorizing them into married and unmarried categories.

The research methodology employs a descriptive survey approach, involving a sample of 1000 teachers from secondary and higher secondary schools in Ahmedabad district. The study utilizes scales developed by the researcher to assess life satisfaction and incorporates the standardized Spiritual Intelligence measurement scale developed by Bankim G. Shah

Data analysis reveals positive correlations between life satisfaction and spiritual intelligence for both married and unmarried teachers. These findings contradict the null hypotheses that proposed no significant correlations. The critical ratio (CR) value indicates that marital status has a significant effect on the correlation between life satisfaction and spiritual intelligence. The study underscores the positive correlation between life satisfaction and spiritual intelligence among teachers, irrespective of their marital status. This correlation is particularly pronounced among married teachers, highlighting the importance of spiritual intelligence for overall well-being. Furthermore, the research highlights the role of marital status in shaping the link between life satisfaction and spiritual intelligence among teachers.