Elevation
GLOSSARY
A positive emotion one experiences when witnessing a virtuous act that improves the welfare of others. Moral elevation consists of a feeling of warmth and expansion that is accompanied by admiration and affection for the person(s) who performed the exemplary behavior.
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Reference:
Algoe, S. B., & Haidt, J. (2009). Witnessing excellence in action: The ‘other-praising’ emotions of elevation, gratitude, and admiration. The Journal of Positive Psychology, 105–127.
de Vywer, J. V., & Abrams, D. (2017). Is moral elevation an approach-oriented emotion? The Journal of Positive Psychology, 12(2), 178-185.