Psychological Benefits of Sauna Ceremonies in the Context of Wellness

Authors

  • Daniela Stackeová College of Physical Education and Sport PALESTRA, ltd., Prague, Czech Republic
  • Lukáš Kerhart Humanitas University, Faculty of Social Studies, Vsetín, Czech Republic

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58743/asv2024vol12no2.365

Keywords:

sauna, sauna ceremony, psychohygiene, wellness, well-being

Abstract

The health benefits of sauna bathing are described in detail, including the psycho-hygienic effects. The article addresses the psychological benefits of sauna ceremonies in the context of wellness and well-being. The main aim of the study was to analyse the respondents' feelings and experiences of sauna bathing, including sauna ceremonies, and to find out whether it helps them in maintaining their psychological well-being and what they experience during sauna ceremonies. A semi-structured interview method was used. The research sample consisted of 27 respondents who regularly took sauna including sauna ceremony. When asked what respondents found to be the benefits of sauna ceremonies, the most common answers were that it was an ideal form of relaxation, psychological hygiene and a tool for stress relief. During sauna ceremonies they experience feelings of complete relaxation and relief, pleasant and joyful feelings.

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Published

12-12-2024

How to Cite

Stackeová, D., & Kerhart, L. (2024). Psychological Benefits of Sauna Ceremonies in the Context of Wellness. Acta Salus Vitae, 12(2), 31-37. https://doi.org/10.58743/asv2024vol12no2.365