The Integration of Five Precepts for Living Quality Improvement Based on the Sufficiency Economy of People in Mueang Suang Subdistrict Municipality, Mueang Suang District, Roi Et Province

Abstract

          The purposes of this research were: 1) to study the integration of five precepts for living quality improvement based on the sufficiency economy of people in Mueang Suang Subdistrict Municipality, Mueang Suang District, Roi Et Province, 2) to compare the opinions on the integration of five precepts for living quality improvement based on the sufficiency economy of people in mention, classified by gender, age, education level, and occupation,  and 3) to study guidelines for the integration of five precepts for living quality improvement based on the sufficiency economy of people in Mueang Suang Subdistrict Municipality, Mueang Suang District, Roi Et Province. The sample were 367 in number. The research instrument was a five-rating scale questionnaire with content validity between 0.67-1.00 reliability at 0.97.
          The research results found that:
          1. The integration of five precepts for living quality improvement based on the sufficiency economy of people in Mueang Suang Subdistrict Municipality, Mueang Suang District, Roi Et Province. overall and each aspect at a high level, ranked in order of average scores from highest to lowest as follows: Social, Physical, Intellectual and Mental, respectively.
          2. The results of the comparison of opinions on the integration of five precepts for living quality improvement based on the sufficiency economy of people in mention, classified by gender and age show that overall and each aspect no significant differences, classified by education level and occupation were difference statistically significant at the 0.05.
          3. Guidelines for the integration of five precepts for living quality improvement based on the sufficiency economy of people in Mueang Suang Subdistrict Municipality, Mueang Suang District, Roi Et Province. It was found that The Five Precepts should be integrated into improving the quality of life of the population in line with the philosophy of sufficiency economy. This includes providing knowledge and understanding about leading a simple life, encouraging people to save and make efficient use of resources, and fostering mindfulness in daily life. People should be guided to carefully consider their spending on household goods and necessities, ensuring it aligns with their way of life and provides value. Thoughtful reflection should be practiced before taking any action, considering the causes of problems before finding solutions with wisdom and in a calm manner. Additionally, individuals should be encouraged to avoid participating in risky activities that could lead to difficulties or obstacles in life.