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Trait emotional intelligence and ecological outcomes: the role of connectedness to nature
Summary
Researchers found that people with higher emotional intelligence show stronger connections to nature, which in turn promotes more environmentally responsible behaviors. The study suggests that environmental education programs targeting emotional intelligence could be effective at encouraging ecological action.
It is crucial to design environmental education programs that promote greater emotional intelligence ability and encourage individuals' involvement in ecological outcomes.
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