The Way of Life According to the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy of Farmers in Selaphum District, Roi-Et Province

Abstract

The objectives of this research were: 1) to study the way of life according to the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy; 2) to study The way of life of farmers in Selaphum District, Roi-Et Province; 3) to study the way of life according to the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy of farmers in Selaphum District, Roi Et Province. This study was conducted based on the qualitative research. The research tool was an in-depth interview form. The key informants included 10 monks, 10 village philosophers and 10 farmers. The obtained data were analyzed by inductive descriptive method.
The research results were as follows:
1. Philosophy of Sufficiency Economy includes concepts, theories, principles of practice. that His Majesty King Rama IX has laid a foundation for Thai people to adhere to as a guideline for living in order to achieve well-being which consists of seven elements: self-reliance, moderation, middle path, immunity, rationality, being a good person, and knowing unity.
2. Operations of farmers in Selaphum District Roi Et Province found that: 1) self-help, healthiness, honest occupation, earning; 2) sufficient economy, enough income to meet expenditures; 3) in social aspect, supporting one another, unity to build the strength of the family and the community, joining forces that are balanced, stable and sustainable.
3. Living according to the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy of farmers in Selaphum District, Roi Et Province, it was found that the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy was applied as follows: 1) modesty is the creation of jobs that are suitable for one's own status without encroaching on oneself and others; 2) rationality in decision-making in various matters was conducted according to academic principles, legal principles and ethical principles with careful consideration of the expected consequences of such actions; 3) good selfimmune system; always prepared and adapted to the impacts and changes in the economy, society, environment and culture. In addition, two conditions must also be met: 1) responsibility and honesty in using intelligence correctly and appropriately in life; 2) knowledge by training oneself to be knowledgeable about various academic subjects and applying knowledge to be used as a link in planning and in the process of operating with caution.