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An Exploration of the Spanish Cultural Term Rasmia: A Combination of Eagerness, Strength, Activeness, Courage, Tenacity and Gracefulness

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  • M. Dolores Merino

    (Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Facultad de Psicología)

  • Marta Velázquez

    (Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Facultad de Psicología)

  • Tim Lomas

    (University of East London)

Abstract

Since much of the empirical work within Positive Psychology has taken place in English-speaking Western countries, there is concern that the resulting concepts and theories of well-being reflect a bias towards Western (and more specifically English-influenced) ways of thinking. However, efforts are underway in the field to enhance its intercultural sensitivity, including in relation to studying cross-cultural diversity in emotional experience and understanding. In that respect, the current article focuses on the notion of rasmia, a Spanish term denoting drive and tenacity in achieving a goal. The research aims to explore the beliefs and conceptions that Spanish people have regarding rasmia. An on-line survey of Spanish residents revealed that rasmia was defined as incorporating eagerness, strength, activeness, courage, tenacity and gracefulness. A second study, conducted in order to determine the degree of agreement with this definition, showed an 80% of agreement. The results highlight the value of engaging with non-English concepts like rasmia.

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  • M. Dolores Merino & Marta Velázquez & Tim Lomas, 2020. "An Exploration of the Spanish Cultural Term Rasmia: A Combination of Eagerness, Strength, Activeness, Courage, Tenacity and Gracefulness," Journal of Happiness Studies, Springer, vol. 21(2), pages 693-707, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:jhappi:v:21:y:2020:i:2:d:10.1007_s10902-019-00104-y
    DOI: 10.1007/s10902-019-00104-y
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