A wearable music generation device for arousing leisure motivation using the effect of self-efficacy

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Low leisure motivation has emerged as a primary challenge for individuals seeking to relieve daily stress. In order to evoke the inclination for rest, we have chosen the widely accepted modality of “music” as a point of entry. However, exploration indicates that compared to “listening to music”, actively engaging in “playing/composing music” is more effective in stimulating leisure motivation and facilitating superior relaxation. To address this, we have developed a music-generation wearable device tailored for use by amateurs. By activating users’ self-efficacy, the transition from passive listeners to active performers is facilitated, thereby enhancing daily leisure motivation. Through experiments, we have preliminarily validated the high system usability of the prototype and confirmed its effectiveness in continually improving musical self-efficacy.