Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-20-2019
Abstract
Little is yet known about audiences who routinely seek out media content that is inspirational in nature. The current study expands the research on inspirational media by utilizing a nationally representative sample of U.S. audiences (n = 2,016) to explore relationships between inspiring media exposure, trait transcendence, and self-transcendent emotions. Results show that media content is a reliable source for everyday self-transcendent emotional experiences in U.S. audiences. These experiences are most frequently encountered by persons with high levels of trait spirituality and gratitude. The profile of U.S. audiences that seek out inspiring media is discussed.
Recommended Citation
Janicke-Bowles, S. H., Raney, A. A., Oliver, M. B., Dale, K. R., Jones, R. P., & Cox, D. (2019). Exploring the spirit in U.S. audiences: The role of the virtue of transcendence in inspiring media consumption. Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly. https://doi.org/10.1177/1077699019894927
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Comments
This is a pre-copy-editing, author-produced PDF of an article accepted for publication in Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly in 2019 following peer review. The definitive publisher-authenticated version is available online at https://doi.org/10.1177/1077699019894927.