徒步環島：以動機、心理技能與心理歷程為視角

Abstract

隨著近年環島運動的普及，徒步環島被視為一種探索自我、療癒與重建生命意義的實踐。本研究旨在以質性視角，理解徒步環島參與者的內在經驗與心理發展脈絡。本研究採取質性研究取向，透過半結構式深度訪談，邀請四位曾完成徒步環島的參與者，蒐集其動機、心理技能及心理歷程轉變的敘說，並採用主題分析法進行資料分析。本研究發現，參與者的動機可歸納為：(一) 自我挑戰 (二) 情緒壓力的紓解 (三) 社會關係。心理技能方面，參與者主要使用技能有三，分別為： (一) 自我對話 (二) 目標設定 (三) 心理韌性。心理歷程部分，本研究發現共有啟程、挑戰與低潮、調適與突破、轉折成長與感恩，以及結束與延續等五大階段。總結來說，本研究體現出徒步環島對個人的生命意義，行者不僅透過持續行走突破身體極限，更在人生態度、思想以及內心的韌性上，有了多面向的成長。In recent years, the growing popularity of walking tours around Taiwan has positioned this activity as a practice for self-exploration, healing, and reconstructing life meaning. This study adopts a qualitative perspective to examine the internal experiences and psychological development of participants who have completed such journeys. Using a qualitative research approach, four participants were invited to participate in semi-structured, in-depth interviews to collect narratives regarding their motivations, mental skills, and changes in psychological processes. Data were analyzed through thematic analysis. Findings indicate that participants’ motivations can be categorized into: (1) self-challenge, (2) relief of emotional stress, and (3) social relationships. Three primary mental skills were identified: (1) self-talk, (2) goal setting, and (3) mental toughness. The psychological journey comprised five stages: initiation, challenges and low points, adaptation and breakthrough, transformation with growth and gratitude, and conclusion with continuation. In conclusion, walking around Taiwan represents an intertwined process of physical movement and inner transformation. Participants not only extend their physical limits but also cultivate emotional regulation, willpower, and mindset growth.