Reconnecting with our Human Nature: A Holistic Approach to Addressing Social and Environmental Crises

Céline Stinus (), Nassim Elimari and Sophie Berjot
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Céline Stinus: C2S - Cognition, Santé, Société - URCA - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne - SFR CAP Santé (Champagne-Ardenne Picardie Santé) - URCA - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne - MSH-URCA - Maison des Sciences Humaines de Champagne-Ardenne - URCA - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne
Nassim Elimari: C2S - Cognition, Santé, Société - URCA - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne - SFR CAP Santé (Champagne-Ardenne Picardie Santé) - URCA - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne - MSH-URCA - Maison des Sciences Humaines de Champagne-Ardenne - URCA - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne
Sophie Berjot: C2S - Cognition, Santé, Société - URCA - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne - SFR CAP Santé (Champagne-Ardenne Picardie Santé) - URCA - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne - MSH-URCA - Maison des Sciences Humaines de Champagne-Ardenne - URCA - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne

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Abstract: The urgency of climate change has prompted psychologists to explore the determinants of ethical consumption, highlighting the crucial role of feeling connected to others and to the natural world.This article serves as a pivotal bridge between psychology and consumer law, examining how characteristics of modern societies hinder our intrinsic inclination towards profound connections with nature and humans, thereby perpetuating cycles of overconsumption. Additionally, we delve into the addictive aspects of consumption through the perspective of ego vulnerabilities, while emphasizing the potential of connectedness to others and nature as a catalyst for lasting changes in consumption behaviors. Finally, this article outlines intervention strategies aimed at cultivating deeper sense of connectedness with nature and fellow humans, facilitating a paradigm shift towards ethical consumption across both social and environmental dimensions. Specifically, it explores mindfulness practices oriented towards others and nature, environmental education initiatives for children, and intergenerational programs. These strategies are meticulously examined to provide insight into their potential effectiveness in fostering sustainable consumption behaviors.

Keywords: Connectedness to nature; Connectedness to humanity; Socio-responsible consumption; Eco-responsible consumption; Connexion à la nature; Connexion à l'humanité; Consommation socio-responsable; Consommation éco-responsable (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024-12
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Published in Revue européenne de droit de la consommation / European Consumer Law Journal, 2024, 3, pp.485-500

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