The Good, Bad, And The Ugly Side Of Emotions

The Good, Bad, And The Ugly Side Of Emotions

Author: Mental Health Training Information July 4, 2022 Duration: 12:24
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In psychology, emotion is often defined as a complex state of feeling that results in physical and psychological changes that influence thought and behaviour.

 In other words, It impacts how we feel, believe, and behave, and it also plays a role in determining how we manage social situations and make decisions.

Different Types of Emotions

There are three main types of emotions: 

1. Positive Emotions (enthusiasm, joy, love, pride, gratitude, and hope),

2. Negative Emotions (anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, envy, resentment, jealousy, rage, and hatred).

3. Neutral Emotions (including boredom, indifference, apathy, confusion, disgust, and surprise).

These emotions affect our behaviour and influence our decisions. For example, we tend to eat more food when feeling sad, angry, or anxious.

We see these emotions in ourselves and others, and awareness is the key to controlling them. There are many ways to manage our feelings, including meditation, yoga, and mindfulness, and these techniques help us gain perspective and become aware of our emotions.

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