Exploring Identity and Mental Well-being through Music: Insights from Prof. Juneman Abraham

Juneman Abraham, selaku Guru Besar Psikologi Sosial Universitas Bina Nusantara sekaligus Wakil Rektor Bidang Riset dan Transfer Teknologi di BINUS University, menyatakan bahwa dalam konteks sosial, setiap individu memiliki persona atau “topeng sosial” yang berbeda tergantung pada situasi—formal, santai, atau tak terduga

Professor Juneman Abraham, a Social Psychology scholar and Vice Rector for Research and Technology Transfer at BINUS University, emphasizes the psychological dynamics of social identity in public spaces. In his reflection on the Rainforest World Music Festival, he explains how individuals navigate between their “social personas” and authentic selves. Such events, he argues, provide a rare opportunity for mental relaxation and self-reconnection, enabling participants to step away from formal roles and express themselves more freely.

He further asserts that cross-cultural music festivals serve not merely as entertainment but as transformative spaces for self-exploration. By experimenting with new identities—through attire, behavior, or social interaction—individuals engage in healthy identity reconstruction. This openness to redefine oneself, Juneman suggests, is an indicator of psychological well-being and flexibility, vital in today’s fast-paced and fragmented social environments.

In his leadership role at BINUS University, Juneman integrates this perspective into a broader vision of research and technology transfer. He sees such socio-cultural phenomena as fertile grounds for interdisciplinary research, particularly in the areas of mental health, identity studies, and applied social psychology. His insights underscore the importance of translating psychological theory into real-world impact through inclusive, community-engaged academic practices.

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