The effects of mindful learning on pro-environmental behavior: A self-expansion perspective |
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Affiliation: | 1. Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Treatment and Resource Reuse, Ministry of Education, Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyan Sichuan 621010, China;2. Analysis and Testing Center of Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang Sichuan 621010, China;3. Institute of Mineral Materials and Applications, Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang Sichuan 621010, China |
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Abstract: | This current article explores the differential effects of mindful learning on pro-environmental behavior from the perspective of self-expansion. A total of 253 participants were recruited for four experiments. In Study 1, the mindful-learning group reported greater levels of pro-environmental behavioral intentions compared to a randomized control. In Study 2, we utilized different learning materials focusing on self, humans, or the biosphere in three sub-experiments. Study 2a manipulated mindsets by a self-related focus and revealed participants in a mindfulness condition had lower pro-environmental behavioral intentions than those in the mindlessness group. Study 2b centered on “humans” and results showed that participants in a mindfulness group reported higher levels of pro-environmental behavioral intentions. Finally, Study 2c induced mindsets with a biospheric focus, showing participants in the mindful-learning condition had greater pro-environmental behavioral intentions. Combined, the studies provide empirical evidence that mindful learning could influence self-reported pro-environmental behavioral intentions both positively and negatively. |
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Keywords: | Mindful learning Mindlessness Pro-environmental behavior Self-expansion |
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