Greater psychological distance, better creative-idea selection: the mediating role of construal level

This research underscores the importance of psychological distance and construal level in creative-idea selection. Increasing psychological distance can enhance individuals' ability to select more creative ideas by fostering higher-level construals. These findings offer practical implications for improving the creative selection processes in various contexts, suggesting that subtle cues (e.g., emphasizing future scenarios or abstract thinking) can help individuals make more effective creative choices.