More Than Just Words: How Personal Pronouns Influence Social Closeness and Engagement
Published online on January 22, 2026
Abstract
Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Research, Ahead of Print.
People tend to support social initiatives when they feel a psychological connection to the beneficiaries. This tendency often leads hospitality firms to prioritize social initiatives that appeal to customers over those that address the most urgent needs. ...
People tend to support social initiatives when they feel a psychological connection to the beneficiaries. This tendency often leads hospitality firms to prioritize social initiatives that appeal to customers over those that address the most urgent needs. ...