Appreciation fosters Emotional Well-Being : The role of Sense of Coherence in this link

Abstract

Appreciation and sense of coherence have been widely researched for their links to well-being. however, the relevance of the concept with regard to the current state of happiness adds a unique perspective. In the present study, we investigate the role of appreciation towards emotional well-being in the context of the current pandemic (COVID-19), and whether the sense of coherence mediates this relationship. Participants (N= 234) were presented with measures of appreciation, sense of coherence and well-being. Our results indicate that appreciation leads to emotional wellbeing and sense of coherence mediated this relationship. Furthermore, we found positive correlations between all the three variables. Overall, our findings contribute to the literature on positive functions served by appreciation, specifically towards emotional wellbeing. Additionally, this study points to the mediating mechanism through which appreciation exerts its positive effects by pointing out the role of sense of coherence in this link.