Self-Transcendent Emotions and Their Social Functions: Compassion, Gratitude, and Awe Bind Us to Others Through Prosociality
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DOI: 10.1177/1754073916684557
Abstract: In this article we review the emerging literature on the self-transcendent emotions. We discuss how the self-transcendent emotions differ from other positive emotions and outline the defining features of this category. We then provide an… read more here.
Keywords: gratitude awe; transcendent emotions; compassion gratitude; emotions social ... See more keywords
Validation of the Gratitude/Awe Questionnaire and Its Association with Disposition of Gratefulness
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DOI: 10.3390/rel9040117
Abstract: Self-transcendent feelings such as gratitude, compassion, and awe are highly relevant for human societies. So far, empirical research has focused more on the relational aspects of these feelings (concrete persons), and less on the spiritual… read more here.
Keywords: gratitude awe; disposition; awe; questionnaire ... See more keywords