Savoring is purposeful enjoyment, intending to strengthen engagement with positive emotions and prolong their impact by dwelling on them, explains Luc LaFreniere, PhD.
Purposeful savoring has been found to reduce symptoms of psychological disorders, with studies showing significant decreases in anxiety, worry, and depression for participants prompted to savor positive emotions.
Savoring not only fosters immediate happiness but also enhances long-term emotional well-being. According to Anna Yusim, it increases optimism and life satisfaction.
Savoring can be both reactive and proactive; it responds to positive moments or actively seeks them out, highlighting its versatile role in enhancing our present experiences.
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