User experience and the human spirit
Elizabeth A. Buie · 2014
People use interactive technology in many ways to support spirituality. HCI, however, has little design knowledge to support "techno-spiritual" experiences and practices. This project considers the "human spirit" as the part of us that feels a deep connection with something larger than ourselves and that seeks meaning and purpose in life. This qualitative research explores the design of interactive technology to facilitate spiritual experiences, investigating ways in which technology can facilitate feelings of awe, wonder, transcendence and mindfulness. It aims to lay foundations for techno-spiritual design knowledge.