Does Peace of Mind Matters? Nexus between Mindfulness and Negative Behaviors

Abstract

Mindfulness is a key component of employees’ consciousness and hence its absence can bring counter productive work behaviour. This research examines workplace mindfulness and counterproductive work behaviours. Workplace mindfulness and turnover intentions were also examined. Data for the present study was collected from 121 engineering companies in Pakistan with approximately 2600 employees. To collect the data, 187 questionnaires were distributed via emails and personal visits. The data analysis was conducted through SPSS and smart-PLS. This research found that workplace mindfulness negatively impacted counterproductive work behaviours. Workplace mindfulness also negatively correlated with turnover intentions. This study differs from the existing study since this model, "workplace mindfulness -> counterproductive work behaviour -> turnover intentions", was developed and tested for the first time. The study model was developed based on self-determination theory, representing the aspects of psychological concerns behind people's choices in the absence of external influences.