Individual Perspective Research Articles

Enhancing ESL learners' executive function and cognitive ability: A hybrid approach of situated learning and task-based language teaching

In the contemporary era of globalization, learning a second language has become a pivotal means to broaden individual perspectives and enhance competitiveness. English, as the lingua franca of international communication, assumes particular importance. This paper delves into the integrated application of situated learning (SL) and task-based language teaching (TBLT) in English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction, aiming to augment learners' executive function (EF) and cognitive ability (CA). SL theory underscores the interplay between learning and context, whereas TBLT emphasizes task-centric pedagogical approaches. These two methodologies share numerous parallels in ESL instruction, both prioritizing the cultivation of students' active participation and communicative competencies. Consequently, the integration of SL with TBLT mutually catalyzes, collectively enhancing students' learning outcomes. In the design and implementation of ESL instruction, a framework comprising stages such as preparation, introduction, task preparation, task implementation, task completion, language feedback, language summary, and task evaluation is proposed to ensure the effectiveness and appeal of teaching. Despite potential challenges in practice, such as insufficient teaching resources, the complexity of instructional implementation, and imperfect assessment and reflection mechanisms, the integrated approach of SL and TBLT still harbors immense potential and value. Thus, further in-depth research and practice are warranted to explore this integrative teaching methodology.

Poland as an emigration and an immigration country – dynamics of change from the local and individual perspective

ABSTRACT Since the EU accession in 2004 Poland witnessed the biggest migration flows in the contemporary history, first mainly outflows to the Western European countries and recently also inflows from Eastern European countries. This movements have been a challenge especially for local communities experiencing an influx of significant numbers of people. The aim of this paper is to assess the interrelated nature of the two parallel processes of migration inflow and outflow. The two key questions are raised: how do multidirectional migrations influence the territorial dimension of the convergence process observed since the 1990 systemic transformation? and how these processes have been perceived among those who participate in them directly, and other inhabitants of receiving/sending areas? To allow for and facilitate comparisons between various aspects of migration the PESTEL analytical framework was used. The research confirmed that migrations influence the development and living standards in terms both structural and spatial. The perception of migratory processes differs between the representatives of local government (opportunity) and regular inhabitants (also a threat). These are mostly not just the kind of concerns known from Western European examples (cultural differences and competition on the labour market), as they often involve anxieties regarding access to public services.

A controlled data envelopment analysis clustering approach based on individual perspective

Unlike most existing clustering methods, data envelopment analysis (DEA) clusters decision-making units (DMUs) based on production characteristics rather than distance. The clustering results obtained using the DEA clustering approach reflect the production relationship between the inputs and outputs of the DMUs to better identify the inherent production correlation between them. However, existing DEA-based clustering approaches struggle to rationally assign unique clusters to DMUs that exhibit multiple production characteristics and lack the further processing of clustering results. Therefore, this study proposes a new DEA clustering approach based on the individual perspective of DMUs that incorporates prospect theory to reflect the individual preferences of DMUs to assign each DMU to a relatively unique cluster. Furthermore, a clustering adjustment method and a clustering reduction method are proposed to further improve the clustering quality. The former can handle some special clusters according to the decision-maker’s preference, and the latter permits the realization of an arbitrary number of clusters. The new DEA clustering approach is more reliable and flexible, and more valuable information can be provided for decision-makers. Finally, the validity of the new approach is verified through a comparison with existing approaches in two numerical cases, and an empirical example is used to illustrate its practicability.

How does organizational culture affect eco‐innovation? Empirical evidence from the individual and organizational perspective

AbstractEco‐innovation is important for sustainable development and organizational culture is an endogenous factor that can affect eco‐innovation. Different types of organizational culture can have differentiated effects on enterprise eco‐innovation. This study aims to reveal the relationship between organizational culture and eco‐innovation and analyze the mechanism of the influence of organizational culture on eco‐innovation at the individual and organizational levels. Manufacturing firms in China are selected as the research sample, and structural equation modeling is used for the empirical analysis. Results show that adhocracy culture and clan culture have a positive impact on the eco‐innovation of the firms, and green creativity and green absorptive capacity play a partial mediating role in the relationship. Moreover, hierarchy culture and market culture have no significant impact on the eco‐innovation of the enterprises, but green creativity plays a complete intermediary role in the relationship between hierarchy culture and eco‐innovation. Based on the conclusions, the management implications are discussed, and future research directions are outlined.

Rehabilitation following periacetabular osteotomy for acetabular dysplasia: A qualitative interview study exploring challenges, hopes and expectations among patients in Denmark and Australia

IntroductionGuidelines have been proposed for post-operative rehabilitation following periacetabular osteotomy (PAO). However, the perspectives of individuals undergoing PAO have not been considered. AimThe present study aimed to explore the perceived challenges of everyday life and hopes for and expectations of post-PAO rehabilitation from the perspective of individuals with acetabular dysplasia living in Denmark and Australia. MethodsIn this qualitative study, we used a hermeneutic phenomenological approach with semi-structured interviews to explore the perspectives of 25 participants (four males), aged 16–43 years, who underwent a PAO. Purposeful sampling was used to provide variations in age and sex. Inclusion criteria were age above 15 years, radiographic evidence of acetabular dysplasia, PAO within the last seven weeks and undergoing post-operative rehabilitation. Inductive content analysis was adopted to code and analyse interviews. ResultsThe analysis of the interview transcripts revealed four major themes: different expectations, self-confidence, tailored rehabilitation and aligning expectations. Several subthemes emerged within each theme, and similar patterns with minor variations were identified across countries. However, the financial burden of self-funded surgery and rehabilitation challenged some Australian participants, whereas none of the Danish participants mentioned this challenge. ConclusionOur findings elucidate the diverse range of hopes and expectations in individuals undergoing PAO, and how these relate to their perceived challenges. In particular, the findings highlight the importance of aligning expectations between individuals and clinicians when designing the rehabilitation.

Reframing “Literature as Equipment for Living:” Kenneth Burke's Theory and the Social Function of Literature

This article delves into Kenneth Burke's seminal essay, "Literature as Equipment for Living," presenting a fresh perspective on literary criticism that underscores the pragmatic, societal, and political roles of literature. Burke posits that literature functions as an active agent, offering viable courses of action in response to worldly matters. Departing from traditional analyses of form and structure, Burke advocates for classifying works based on shared strategies for addressing situations. He contends that literature acts as a navigational tool, aiding in comprehension and interpretation of the world while urging readers to engage with texts for insights and inspiration in confronting life's challenges. Burke's viewpoint underscores the subjective nature of language, reflecting our individual experiences and perspectives on the world. His critical methodology advocates for a comprehensive and nuanced approach to literary critique, expanding the horizons of scholarly considerations.

Reclaiming Agency in Care Decisions and Barriers From the Perspectives of Individuals With Acquired Brain Injury and Their Family Members.

The ability to self-advocate or have a say in one's care is integral to personalised care after acquired brain injury (ABI). This study aimed to understand what constitutes self-advocacy and associated barriers and facilitators throughout hospital transitions and into the community. Qualitative methodology was employed with semistructured interviews conducted with 12 people with ABI and 13 family members. Interviews were conducted at predischarge (in-person or via telephone) and 4 months postdischarge (via telephone) from the brain injury rehabilitation unit of a tertiary hospital. Data were thematically analysed using a hybrid deductive-inductive approach. Self-advocacy reflects the process of reclaiming agency or people's efforts to exert influence over care decisions after ABI. Agency varies along a continuum, often beginning with impaired processing of the self or environment (loss of agency) before individuals start to understand and question their care (emerging agency) and ultimately plan and direct their ongoing and future care (striving for agency). This process may vary across individuals and contexts. Barriers to self-advocacy for individuals with ABI include neurocognitive deficits that limit capacity and desire for control over decisions, unfamiliar and highly structured environmentsand lack of family support. Facilitators include neurocognitive recovery, growing desire to self-advocateand scaffolded support from family and clinicians. Self-advocacy after ABI entails a process of reclaiming agency whereby individuals seek to understand, questionand direct their ongoing care. This is facilitated by neurocognitive recovery, growing capacity and desire and scaffolded supports. Research evaluating approaches for embedding self-advocacy skills early in brain injury rehabilitation is recommended. Two caregivers with lived experience of supporting a family member with ABI were involved in the design and conduct of this study and contributed to and provided feedback on the manuscript.

Perceived need for climate information

Understanding that human activities primarily cause climate change is fundamental to driving behavioral change. However, a significant gap exists regarding its anthropogenic nature, with public understanding often lagging behind the scientific consensus. This underscores that previous efforts to bridge this gap have not been effective, highlighting that the reception of information is a complex process influenced by individual perspectives, biases, and preconceptions. Therefore, an individual’s information behavior is crucial in the interrelationship between climate science and the public. This study investigated the factors explaining individuals’ perceived need for information to form a firm opinion about climate change. It explored the roles of information gap, climate anxiety, and environmental adversity in shaping these needs. The study’s analysis is based on the 2021 Climate Change Opinion Survey (N = 76,328) from Meta’s Data for Good Program. The survey was conducted on Facebook, inviting active users aged 18 and above to participate through their news feeds. It was administered across 31 countries. For the analysis, multinomial logistic regression was employed. The results showed that a high climate information gap and anxiety are positively associated with information needs. Environmental adversity is also positively correlated with climate information needs, but one’s awareness of climate change moderated the association.

Toward an improved, holistic understanding of ‘meaningful destination’

ABSTRACT This conceptual paper has two primary aims – to provide a definition and a holistic conceptual framework for a ‘meaningful destination’. This study draws upon foundational literature that explores different ways to interpret meaningfulness, the processes of meaning-making, and how individuals and institutions perceive destinations as meaningful. It incorporates insights from diverse fields, including positive psychology, existential philosophy, consumer experience and place branding, to establish a conceptual framework. Six essential elements or dimensions of meaningful destination are presented, drawn from both an individual perspective (tourists, residents, and tourism employees) and an institutional perspective (DMOs and tourism businesses). These dimensions encompass (a) Ethno-cultural (b) Ecological (c) Eudaimonia and spiritual (d) Economic (e) Equity of destination brand and (f) Ethical governance dimensions. The first three dimensions hold significant importance for individuals as they contribute to the formation of meaningful relationships and engagements with self, others, and the environmental settings. In contrast, the final three dimensions hold importance for tourism institutions as DMOs and tourism businesses, reflecting their roles and objectives and guiding their efforts in resource allocation, destination competitiveness, policy development, and business management. The paper concludes with future research trajectories and suggests pressing research agendas in relation to meaningful destinations.

The psychosocial impact of a chronic disease in Ireland: Burdens and helpful practices for a life with epidermolysis bullosa

AbstractObjectiveAlthough Ireland has one of the highest levels of well‐being in Europe, having a health condition has been found to have a direct negative impact. The aim of this study is to evaluate the current situation and the experiences of patients with epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a rare genetic skin disease, and their relatives living in Ireland, with a focus on burdens and helpful practices.Methods and MeasuresIn a mixed‐methods design, a series of standardised questionnaires were combined with open‐ended questions. Via an online survey, data from n = 59 EB patients and relatives of EB patients living in Ireland were collected.ResultsEB affects both the patients and their relatives. Burdens were found in relation to the visibility of EB, the degree of severity, the current health status, reduced mobility, the financial impact of EB, the psychosocial impact and personal and social resources. The paper also analyses existing resources and highlights opportunities for support and needs of improvement.ConclusionQuality of life with EB is influenced by somatic symptoms and the psychosocial burden. Individual helpful practices in dealing with this rare disease can be considered as mediators, but they need to be supported by structural and healthcare improvements.Patient or Public ContributionThe perspective of EB patients, their relatives and EB experts were taken into account in the development of the study design via two feedback loops with the EB patient organisations DEBRA Ireland and DEBRA Austria. The design was adapted accordingly. Additionally, by including open‐ended questions, patients and relatives could contribute their individual perspectives and add insights into their lives with EB that might not have been captured with the structured online survey alone.

Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches: The Impact of AI Design on Consumer Perception and Buying Behavior in the FMCG Sector

The motivation behind this examination is to explore the relationship between AI designs, consumer perception, consumer buying behaviour, and consumer literacy in Pakistan's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). To apply ethnography to research the consumer’s buying behaviour in the context of AI designs in the FMCG Sector. This study used the mixed-method approach, a quantitative exploration plan and utilised a survey method to collect data from 250 FMCG sector consumers in Lahore via an online self-administered survey. The paper applied SEM to examine the hypotheses and analyze the data. The qualitative portion used eight in-depth semi-structured interviews for data collection. The paper found that AI designs affected consumer perception (CP), consumer perception (CP) affected by consumer buying behaviour (CBB), and CP intervened in the impact of AI designs on CBB. Consumer literacy (CL) is moderated between consumer perception (CP) and consumer buying behaviour (CBB). The findings also reveal the positive impact of AI on consumer buying behaviour, through individual perspectives. The study adds to the works on the link between AI designs, CP, CBB, and CL in the FMCG business. It gives experimental proof to help the hypotheses that AI designs influence CP, CP influences CBB, and CP explains the impact of AI designs on CBB, CL moderated between CP and CBB. AI designs can enhance consumer perception and buying behaviour of FMCG products, leading to higher market performance and customer satisfaction. FMCG companies can use AI to innovate, customize, and educate their products and services for different consumer segments. The research aims to identify the association between AI designs, CP, CBB and CL in the FMCG industry. It offers an original viewpoint on how AI designs can improve CP, how CP can prompt CBB, and how consumer literacy is moderated between CP and CBB in the fast-moving consumer goods business.

Perceptions of multi-cancer early detection (MCED) screening tests among underrepresented populations.

e22546 Background: Cancer is the second leading cause of death, with higher death rates observed among racial and ethnic minorities and individuals of lower income. MCED tests detect a shared cancer signal in plasma cell-free DNA. Beyond clinical/direct economic benefits, MCED may offer additional benefits (emotional, social, and/or behavioral) associated with a no cancer signal detected (NCSD) result, which might differ depending on socioeconomic status. This study aimed to explore the value of a NCSD result from the perspective of underrepresented individuals from the US general population. Methods: Qualitative interviews informed a cross-sectional online survey administered to adults aged 40-80 years without a cancer diagnosis within the last 5 years and not on cancer treatment. Soft quotas ensured a sample representative of the US population by age, gender, race, and ethnicity. The survey asked about the perceived value of a NCSD result from a hypothetical MCED test and collected sociodemographic and clinical information. Results were summarized descriptively. Results: The 1073 participants were 53% female, mean age 58 years (SD = 11), 67% non-Hispanic white, 12% non-Hispanic Black/African American, 12% Hispanic, 9% other or multiple races, 32% retired and 42% had less than a college degree. Regardless of income or race/ethnicity, nearly all participants (96-98%) viewed a NCSD result as somewhat or very valuable and anticipated maintaining or improving health behaviors (98-100%) and the majority expected positive emotional impacts (66-74%). However, minority groups were more likely than white participants to anticipate making lifestyle changes after a NCSD result (44-58% vs. 28%), increasing behaviors such as: exercising (61-75% vs. 47%), seeking health-related educational material (39-52% vs. 26%), eating healthy (58-78% vs. 47%), receiving vaccines (44-49% vs. 35%), maintaining/increasing adherence to recommended cancer screenings (22-29% vs 33% / 68-74% vs. 66%), and attending doctor visits (43-65% vs. 40%). Minorities also reported being more certain they would increase these behaviors than white participants. Lower to middle household income ( < $120,000) was associated with more positive impacts to self-care and monitoring health, relief, and happiness, and less fear, concern, anxiety, and stress after a NCSD result versus those with an income ≥$120,000. Conclusions: Regardless of income level or race/ethnicity, a negative MCED test result provides additional value to the US general population beyond traditional clinical benefits, has positive impacts on psychological/emotional health, and could promote adherence to or increase preventive healthcare behaviors. Importantly, racial/ethnic minorities and those of low to mid income anticipated greater positive impacts, specifically to preventive health behaviors with a negative MCED result.

Growing Up Together in Society (GUTS): A team science effort to predict societal trajectories in adolescence and young adulthood

Our society faces a great diversity of opportunities for youth. The 10-year Growing Up Together in Society (GUTS) program has the long-term goal to understand which combination of measures best predict societal trajectories, such as school success, mental health, well-being, and developing a sense of belonging in society. Our leading hypothesis is that self-regulation is key to how adolescents successfully navigate the demands of contemporary society. We aim to test these questions using socio-economic, questionnaire (including experience sampling methods), behavioral, brain (fMRI, sMRI, EEG), hormonal, and genetic measures in four large cohorts including adolescents and young adults. Two cohorts are designed as test and replication cohorts to test the developmental trajectory of self-regulation, including adolescents of different socioeconomic status thereby bridging individual, family, and societal perspectives. The third cohort consists of an entire social network to examine how neural and self-regulatory development influences and is influenced by whom adolescents and young adults choose to interact with. The fourth cohort includes youth with early signs of antisocial and delinquent behavior to understand patterns of societal development in individuals at the extreme ends of self-regulation and societal participation, and examines pathways into and out of delinquency. We will complement the newly collected cohorts with data from existing large-scale population-based and case-control cohorts. The study is embedded in a transdisciplinary approach that engages stakeholders throughout the design stage, with a strong focus on citizen science and youth participation in study design, data collection, and interpretation of results, to ensure optimal translation to youth in society.

Reimagining the inevitable: how metaverse imaginaries construct understandings of privacy and surveillance

ABSTRACT Previous research on consumer privacy has heavily emphasised an individualistic perspective, focusing on protection against individual harm and the importance of privacy self-management. In today’s data-driven society, understanding the collective nature of privacy and its connections with increasing surveillance and larger societal harms is important. By employing media analysis of textual data, we explore how sociotechnical imaginaries of the metaverse constitute perceptions of surveillance and privacy. The findings identify four rhetorics that underpin metaverse imaginaries, with some reinforcing the prevailing surveillance ideology (inevitability and technological solutionism) and some challenging it (decentralisation and collaboration). This article contributes to the privacy literature in consumer research by illuminating how privacy is given sociocultural meaning as part of the surveillance ideology and by extending the literature on the problematisation of individualised consumer privacy. We argue that the way these imaginaries are constructed has implications for how privacy and surveillance will unfold in the future.

A Consumer Data Privacy Protection Model Based on Non-Parametric Statistics for Dynamic Data Publishing in e-Commerce Platforms

Objectives: Consumer data privacy on e-commerce platforms is increasingly crucial. This study aims to investigate privacy protection mechanisms, particularly focusing on personal and corporate secrets. It seeks to understand individual perspectives on privacy and preferences for data disclosure. The primary objective is to explore methods for safeguarding personal information while maintaining data integrity. Methods/Analysis: We employ non-parametric statistical techniques to analyze consumer behavior and preferences on e-commerce platforms. This involves examining patterns of data disclosure and identifying sensitive information shared by users. By studying communication dynamics and recording practices, we assess the efficacy of current privacy protection measures. Novelty/Improvement: This study contributes to the understanding of consumer privacy protection by emphasizing the importance of non-parametric statistical methods in e-commerce research. Our findings underscore the need for enhanced privacy measures. We advocate for further research and development of innovative privacy-enhancing technologies to address evolving privacy challenges in online commerce. Findings:Our research highlights the significance of personal privacy concerns in e-commerce settings. We identify a spectrum of privacy attitudes among users, ranging from strict confidentiality to selective disclosure. Furthermore, our analysis reveals potential vulnerabilities in current privacy safeguards, particularly regarding the collection and storage of sensitive data on e-commerce platforms. Doi: 10.28991/HIJ-2024-05-02-013 Full Text: PDF

Age–rank correlations and firm‐level outcomes: The moderating role of environmental dynamism

SummaryTraditionally, older employees have held higher positions in the organizational hierarchy. However, today, there is significant variation among firms in the extent to which age is correlated with rank. In this study, we integrate the career timetable and social exchange theory to propose that age–rank correlation is related to organizational performance, serially mediated by the perceived age discrimination climate and organizational innovation. We further suggest that the direction of this indirect relationship depends on firms' environmental dynamism. We find support for our moderated serial mediation framework using multisource data from 12,829 employees, 68 top HR representatives, and 229 top managers in 68 firms. Under lower levels of environmental dynamism, age–rank correlation was negatively related to perceived age discrimination climate and had a positive indirect relationship with organizational performance. Under higher levels of environmental dynamism, age–rank correlation was positively related to perceived age discrimination climate and had a negative indirect relationship with organizational performance. Our study provides a more nuanced view of the fading link between age and rank, which has typically been viewed negatively and from an individual perspective only. Additionally, our results have important practical implications for organizations navigating a shifting workforce demographic in increasingly dynamic environments.

How Does Individual Psychotherapy Promote Recovery for Persons with Psychosis? A Systematic Review of Qualitative Studies to Understand the Patient's Experience.

Psychotherapy for individuals with psychosis is an effective treatment that promotes recovery in various ways. While there is strong quantitative evidence across modalities, less is known from the patient's perspective. There are many varied forms of psychotherapy, and gaining the patient's perspective can improve understanding of salient elements of psychotherapy and increase engagement, ultimately improving recovery rates. The purpose of this review is to identify and integrate data from published studies of patient perspectives of psychotherapy for psychosis to understand essential elements across approaches, differences between approaches, and how psychotherapy impacts recovery. We aimed to understand further: what are the perceptions about individual psychotherapy from the perspective of individuals with psychosis? The current study was a systematic review using PRISMA guidelines of studies that included qualitative interviews with persons with experiences of psychosis who participated in psychotherapy. All three authors participated in the literature search using Pubmed, APA PsycInfo, and Psychiatry Online. We identified N = 33 studies. Studies included cognitive therapies, acceptance and mindfulness approaches, trauma therapies, metacognitive therapy, and music therapy. All studies reported participants' perceived benefit with the therapeutic relationship as especially salient. Participants described diverse aspects of objective (e.g., symptoms, functioning) and subjective (e.g., self-experience or quality of life) recovery improvements, with perceived mechanisms of change, and with music therapy having some unique benefits. Participants also reported challenges and suggestions for improvement. Study findings highlight the salient aspects of psychotherapy identified by patients that may help therapists to individualize and improve approaches to psychotherapy when working with individuals experiencing psychosis. Overall, findings support the potential for integrative psychotherapy approaches for maximal treatment personalization.

The use of standing powered wheelchairs from the perspective of individuals with spinal cord injury

Purpose The aim of this study was to investigate the experiences of standing powered wheelchair (SPWC) users with spinal cord injury (SCI). Materials and methods This cross-sectional study included 20 participants with SCI. SPWC daily usage time (total, in sitting position and standing position) and the frequency of using the SPWC’s standing feature were recorded. Participants’ level of satisfaction and comfort associated with the SPWC were assessed on a five-point Likert scale. If there was a dissatisfaction reason with the SPWC, the issues related to it were recorded. Participants were asked about their positive and adverse experiences with the use of SPWC. Results Mean age of the participants was 41.65 (± 9.35) years. Eighty percent were tetraplegic. Ninety percent of the participants stood for at least 30 minutes at least one day a week, and 55% stood for at least 30 minutes at least four days a week. The most commonly reported perceived benefits were improvement in activities of daily living, bowel movements, and blood pressure regulation, better perception of body image, and feeling better. The most frequently identified reasons for dissatisfaction with the SPWC were its big dimensions, heavy weight, and difficulty of use in indoor environment and on uneven surfaces. Conclusions The findings show positive perceived experiences for SPWC users with SCI in terms of physical, social, and psychological aspects. Prospective controlled studies are needed to explore the benefits of SPWC use regarding secondary complications of SCI.

Health Professionals' Experiences with Health-Promoting Dialogues for Older Home-Dwellers-A Qualitative Study.

Home-dwelling older people without healthcare services might develop vulnerability and health-related issues that should be detected proactively by service providers. Health-promoting measures directed towards the target group could facilitate living longer and better at home, as well as delay the need for healthcare services. One approach is through health-promoting dialogues between the municipality and healthcare professionals. This study aims to explore the experiences of healthcare professionals involved in health-promoting dialogues with home-dwellers aged over 75 years without health service decisions in Norway. Data were collected through three focus groups. Thematic analysis was applied to the data resulting in the emergence of one major theme, "challenging dialogues", comprising three sub-themes: "promote the individual's perspectives", "uncovering vulnerability", and "ambiguity of the dialogues". The health-promoting dialogue uses a resource perspective for the elderly to remain independent in old age and can reveal vulnerability and underlying needs. The purpose of the dialogue appears ambiguous for the target group, which leads to unclear service expectations and frequent rejections of the offer. Nevertheless, this health-promoting service has a clear purpose of identifying and meeting the needs of the target group in a broader sense during the ageing process.

Three moods of approaching friluftsliv and their relationships with sustainability

ABSTRACT In this paper, we explore how immersion in nature implicitly relates to consumerism and how our emotional engagement with nature is manifested as power dynamics in our drive to connect with nature. Utilizing insights from Aristotelian ethics (specifically eudaimonic wellbeing), mindfulness, and aesthetics, we propose a tripartite framework of moods associated with ‘friluftsliv’ in a Norwegian context, arguing that engagement with nature harbours a concealed ecological fallacy. Identifying the means by which we can deepen and enrich our emotional awareness of nature – especially by pinpointing emotions that spur people to act in harmony with the environment – holds immense potential for the development of sustainable lifestyles. We categorize these conceptual moods as the hedonic mood, the eudaimonic mood, and the mood of self-transcendence. Addressing the Western, individualistic perspective on the human-nature relationship, we suggest that leisure and recreational interactions with nature are conducive to a revitalization of the concept of ‘friluftsliv’.