Leisure Satisfaction and Subjective Well BeingVocabulary and Expressions leisu

Leisure Satisfaction and Subjective Well Being
   In a study, leisure satisfaction was found to predict unique variance in life satisfaction. Relationship status interacted with age group and gender on differences in leisure satisfaction. The relationship between leisure satisfaction and life satisfaction, however, was reduced when considering the impact of core affect. This suggests that leisure satisfaction may primarily be influenced by an individual’s SWB level as represented by core affect. This has implications for possible limitations in the extent to which leisure satisfaction may be improved beyond pre-existing levels of well being and mood in individuals.
   In another study conducted last year, SWB was defined as a combination of an individual’s emotional reactions, satisfaction with specific aspects of one’s life, and satisfaction with one’s whole life. Many studies have been conducted to determine what specific leisure activities are linked to SWB. Research identifies other leisure activities ranging from three to sixteen groups. There is no overall agreement regarding what specific groups of leisure activities predict SWB, but some researchers agree that leisure activities contribute to SWB and that the relationship between the two is complex.
   Data was collected from a group of Croatian citizens ranging across various age groups. The participants estimated their SWB and time spent participating in leisure activities. These leisure activities included active socializing and going out (sports, eating dinner out etc. ), visiting cultural events (going to concerts and movies etc. ), and family and home activities (visiting family, watching television etc. ). The results of the study found specific leisure activities to be a predictor of SWB across age groups. For people aged from 31 to 60 participation in cultural events, family leisure activities, and active socializing and going out contributed to SWB. A significant positive correlation was found between family leisure activities and SWB of men and women across different age groups. This study concluded that participation in leisure activities lead to SWB, though the importance of such specific leisure activities vary across different age and genders. Essentially people may improve their SWB by participating in leisure activities, especially in family and home activities.