Types of emotions people can experience

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There are different types of emotions that affect the way an individual lives and can interact with other individuals. At times, an individual can be dominated by these emotions. Therefore, in order not to be affected by the negative effects of emotions, it is necessary to understand and be aware of the types of emotions. At the same time, adjust the types of emotions to suit each situation.

1. Human emotions

Emotions are an essential part of being human, but they can be messy, complicated and downright confusing at times. When you can name emotions and talk about feelings or emotions, both yourself and others, will help you develop emotional health. Research by Paul Ekman, a leading psychologist and researcher on emotions, surveyed more than 100 scientists and used their input to develop what is known as the Atlas of Emotions. . The results divided emotions into five main categories: anger, fear, sadness, disgust, and enjoyment. This is just one of many ways to categorize emotions.

2. List of human emotions

2.1. Enjoyment This emotion gives people a feeling of happiness, peace and very good. You can express these feelings by smiling, laughing, or infatuated with yourself.
If enjoyment and associated feelings of enjoyment or affection feel elusive, try to consider other emotions or feelings that are working against your emotions such as : You have difficulty concentrating on the work you are doing, Worry; Stressful or possibly accompanied by low mood or anxiety
2.2. Sadness Sadness can be related to a specific event, such as the loss or rejection of something. But in other cases, you may not be able to explain why you feel sad. When you are sad, you can describe yourself as feeling: lonely, heartbroken, gloomy, disappointed, hopeless, grieving, unhappy, lost, troubled, resigned, miserable...
These sorrows can be hard to let go, but it depends on your particular situation, and you may find the following advice helpful:
Grief. Grief is a normal part of grieving. You'll be working to recover from a loss, breakup, change, or failure to reach your goals, and acknowledging the loss can help you accept and work through it. Everyone grieve in their own way, so do what you feel is right. Talking about the pain you're going through can be helpful, as long as it's just fleeting sorrows or expressing them creatively. Do something meaningful. Doing something to help others or contribute to society can help you feel more connected to the people around you. If you recently lost someone you care about, consider completing a project they care about or giving your time to a cause they support. Contact for support. Try to remember the people in your life who care about you and are able to help you. This will reduce your pain over time. If your sadness persists or starts to significantly affect daily life and make it difficult to go to work, school... then you need support from a therapist

2.3. Fear When faced with any threat can cause you to occur fear . Depending on the threat you are aware of, it can range from mild to severe. The level of fear you feel will not coincide with the intensity of the threat. For example, if you live with anxiety, you may feel intimidated by situations that don't really pose much of a threat.
Fear can make you feel: anxiety, doubt, dread, panic, terror, despair, confusion, stress
Fear is a completely normal emotion that can be felt by everyone. What you can do to limit these fears.
Instead of avoiding your fear, face it. If you fear something that could be just a serious discussion with others, meeting new people or driving, you should steer clear of the triggers of your fear. These things can often make your fears worse. Instead, try to face your fears safely. For example, if you suddenly have a fear of driving, then you can get back in your car and drive again immediately and don't hide from it. Distractions free yourself from fear. Sometimes fear can become so overwhelming that you can't think of other things. But thinking back, or letting the same thoughts repeat over and over, can have a negative effect on your emotional state and can also make the fear worse. If you feel like you're dealing with an anxiety or source of stress, try doing something that distracts you. Take a moment to think about your fear: Is there anything you can do about it? Can fear really harm you? What is the worst that can happen if your fear comes true and how would you handle that fearful situation? Knowing how to manage your fear can help you feel less fearful. Don't be discouraged if these tips seem impossible or you may find it difficult to follow them. You may then consider seeking the help of a therapist, who can help you navigate panic attacks, phobias, and other mental health issues around you. Fearful.
2.4. Anger Anger often occurs when you encounter some kind of injustice in your work and life. Experiencing anger can make you feel threatened, trapped, and defenseless. Many people think that anger brings negative things to the body, but it's a normal emotion that can help you know when a situation turns negative for yourself.
Words you can use when feeling angry include: annoyed, frustrated, irritated, revengeful, offended. There are a few ways to deal with anger.
Rest for a while. When you're feeling down, putting some distance between yourself and the situation that's making you upset can help you avoid immediate angry reactions. Try going for a walk or listening to a soothing song. While away, take a few minutes to consider what is causing your anger. Does the situation have a different perspective? Can you do anything to make yourself feel better? Express your anger by building or suggesting an issue. Or you can avoid talking about your anger to help prevent conflict between you and the trigger. The internalization done can be seen as a safe strategy, but your anger may flare up and you may end up fostering grudges and possibly affecting interpersonal relationships. as well as your love. Instead, take the time to relieve yourself if you need to, then try expressing your feelings calmly and respectfully. Focus on finding solutions. Anger is often difficult to deal with because it makes you feel helpless or even angrier. Working to address the issue that is causing your anger can help relieve this frustration. You may not be able to fix or mitigate your anger right away, but you can do something to help make the situation better. You can also try consulting your loved ones. You can consider different perspectives to help you identify solutions you may not have seen before. Everyone gets angry at a specific time in their life. But if you feel you have an anger problem, a therapist can help you develop effective tools for dealing with these emotions.

2.5. Disgust You often feel disgust when faced with a reaction to unpleasant or undesirable situations. Feelings of disgust can bring on feelings similar to anger, feelings of disgust can provide protection from things you want to avoid, or can also cause problems if it causes you to dislike certain people, including yourself or situations that are not necessarily bad for you.
Disgust occurs can make you feel: dislike, rejection, disgust, disapproval, insult, aversion
Disgust can occur as a natural response to each individual person in life.
Practice compassion. Often you will feel uncomfortable in the face of things you fear or do not understand. For example, many people do not like to be around sick people. If you feel anxious thinking about people who are sick, try spending time with a friend or loved one who is unwell or offering to help them. It's important to take steps to protect your own health, so make sure they're not contagious first. Focus on behavior. If there's someone you care about but does things that offend or disgust you, you may not accept it and respond by limiting contact, pushing them away from you, or possibly throwing a tantrum. . But instead, you can take the action of trying to talk to the person. Introduce yourself slowly. To combat the physical disgust of certain creatures such as worms, you can start by reading about them and looking at photos of them. If you don't feel like having a relationship with a group of people, or a particular person, or toward yourself, consider talking to a therapist about your emotions. Emotions can be complex. Some people may experience intense feelings, while others may experience emotions that seem milder. These emotions can appear at any time in life. But emotions can serve a purpose, even if these purposes bring you negative, instead of trying to change the emotions you experience, consider how you react to these and other feelings. it is often viewed as responses that create challenge, not emotions themselves.

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Reference sources: healthline.com, verywellmind.com