THE ROLE OF RELIGION IN MENTALITY
Abstract
This article examines the role of religion in shaping mentality, focusing on how religious beliefs and values influence the way individuals perceive, interpret, and interact with the world. Through a mixed-methods approach, we investigate the impact of religion on various cognitive and emotional processes, and how these mental frameworks affect behavior and decision-making. The study highlights the importance of understanding religious influences on mentality to improve intercultural communication and foster social cohesion.
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