Knowing who we are, and where we are, are two fundamental aspects of our physical and
mental experience. Although the domains of spatial and social cognition are often studied …

This chapter reviews the definitions, measurements, correlates, and development of self-
transcendence (ST). While self-transcendence has been a phenomenon studied for …

An important work from a leading scholar, this book explores self-development from early
childhood to adulthood. Susan Harter traces the normative stages that define the emergence …

The theoretical model presented in this paper emerged from several different disciplines.
This model proposes that the attainment of happiness is linked to the self, and more …

Awe is an emotional response to stimuli that are perceived to be vast (eg, tall trees, sunsets)
and that defy accommodation by existing mental structures. Curiously, awe has prosocial …

The quiet ego refers to a self-identity that transcends egoism and identifies with a less
defensive, balanced stance toward the self and others. Study 1 establishes and confirms the …

Self-interest and moral sensibilities generally compete with one another, but for moral
exemplars, this tension appears to not be in play. This study advances the reconciliation …

This longitudinal study investigated the capability of various positive psychological
resources to directly or indirectly protect specific well-being outcomes and moderate the …

This paper analyzes studies of mindfulness and the self, with the aim of deepening our
understanding of the potential benefits of mindfulness and meditation for mental health and …

The quiet ego interprets the self and others by balancing concerns for their welfare and
cultivating their growth (Bauer and Wayment, in: Wayment, Bauer (eds) Transcending self …