Benefits of awe
- Individuals experiencing awe are more likely to show generosity, helpfulness, and decreased entitlement.
- People who experienced awe are more willing to give time by volunteering than people experiencing other emotions.
- People who experienced awe are more likely to prefer experiences over material goods.
- Awe has been found to tend to bring people into the present moment.
- Experiencing awe can increase one’s level of happiness over time and make life feel more satisfying.
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