The experience sampling method (ESM) collects real-time reports of people’s feelings, actions, and surroundings, and originally included both numerical and open-ended responses. Whereas most studies today focus only on the numbers, we argue that open-ended responses should be collected and analyzed again, because they are essential for understanding what the numbers mean and for capturing context and the temporal order of experiences.
- Laura F. Bringmann
- Guðrún R. Guðmundsdóttir
- Katie Hoemann
