self-transcendence

  • “The highest form of human connection is self-transcendence (Maslow, 1969) wherein there is a feeling of harmony with greater humanity (Raney et al., 2020). This entails rising above personal needs or intergroup differences and experiencing solidarity with humankind (Koltko-Rivera, 2006), which is strengthened by prosocial behavior and working toward a common good (Fredrickson, 2001).” -> ⤴️
  • “Self-transcendent individuals devote themselves to a greater cause (e.g., community service, art, activism)” |-> ⤴️
  • “commitment to a transpersonal project or goal (i.e., one that goes beyond self-interest), individuals experience unity with the natural world and with humankind on a grand scale”
  • prosocial behavior backed by altruistic motivation (Batson & Powell, 2003; Sternberg, 2003).” -> ⤴️