Experience Sampling Method

The Experience Sampling Method (ESM) is a research technique that captures people's thoughts, feelings, and activities in real-time as they go about their daily lives. Participants receive signals at random moments, prompting them to quickly record what they are experiencing at that moment. This approach provides detailed, naturalistic data about how people feel and behave in different situations, reducing recall bias. ESM is often used in psychology and behavioral research to understand patterns over time and in various contexts, offering insights into everyday experiences that traditional surveys might miss.