Happiness in Islamic Perspectives among Multi Tasking Women in Malaysia

Abstract

This study aim to investigate the indicator of happiness among Islamic multitasking women. Indicator of happiness consist of five dimension which is cognitive, physiology, psychology, spiritual and social. In-depth interviews were used. A total of four Muslim lecturer in Unversiti Teknologi Malaysia were selected in the interview. A qualitative method by using interview were used. The data from interview were analysed by using thematic analysis from four respondents that meet the selection criteria. The result shows that happiness is comprises of five element which is physiology, psychology, spiritual, cognitive and social. All the elements need to be align with Allah’s commandment as when the element is connected with Allah, then the true happiness would be achieve. A Muslim understand that worldly happiness is just temporary and the eternal happiness are the one that should being pursue and lasting forever.

The Changing World: A Literature Review on The Significant Roles of Millennial Women in Malaysia

“…Specifically, physiology, psychology, spirituality, cognitive ability, and social interaction are the five components that constitute the happiness indicator for women. True happiness can be achieved when all elements are connected back to the spiritual principle and aligned (Mohd Rosli et al, 2020).…”

“…Due to the prominent roles millennial women play, greater effort should be placed in understanding the uniqueness of this particular group as a key factor in measuring progress towards gender equality. The literature on millennials' roles includes various disciplines, such as human resource management, business, marketing, social psychology, sociology, psychology, management, education, family studies, and women's studies (Rokis et al, 2018;Arham et al, 2019;Dharmastuti et al, 2020;Mohd Rosli et al, 2020;Habrich et al, 2021;Hanim & Naiemah, 2021;Lydia & Vighnarajah, 2021;Rozlana & Subramaniama, 2021;Suleman, 2021;Theopilus et al, 2021). For example, cultural influences shape the beliefs and values of a generation, which is significant to social acceptance and development.…”