How Do People's Unconscious Attitudes Toward Sustainability Shape Their Conscious Actions Regarding Environmental Conservation? A Developmental Perspective

Luojia Xu

doi:10.54691/c7pg9x17

Authors

Luojia Xu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54691/c7pg9x17

Keywords:

Unconscious Attitudes; Environmental Conservation; Implicit Attitudes; Emotional Engagement; Sustainability Education.

Abstract

This article explores the influence of unconscious attitudes on children's conscious actions regarding environmental conservation, particularly from a developmental perspective. By examining early socialization, implicit attitudes, and emotional engagement, the paper highlights how children’s unconscious minds shape their sustainable behaviors. Early socialization, particularly through role models such as parents, teachers, and media, plays a crucial role in influencing children’s values toward sustainability. Implicit attitudes toward environmental issues, formed through exposure to eco-friendly norms and practices, significantly impact children’s future behaviors. Moreover, emotional attachment to nature and animals, fostered by empathy and emotional experiences, further strengthens the unconscious motivation for pro-environmental actions. The paper concludes that understanding these unconscious influences is essential for educators to promote sustainable behaviors in children. By integrating unconsciousness education into curricula, educators can instill a lasting sustainable mindset in students, reinforcing their pro-environmental values and actions.

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