Surprise: the spark of life’s unpredictable journey

This is the sixth and last emotion that we are exploring in our series on the 6 basic emotions – emotions that psychologists have found to be common amongst all peoples and races studied.

The other five motions are happiness, sadness, anger, fear and disgust.

Feeling stuck? You’re not alone. This sensation, an unconscious message that something needs your attention, isn’t merely an inconvenience; it can have real, tangible effects on your body.

This is the fifth in our series of articles on the six basic human emotions that have been identified by psychologists. The first four basic emotions we’ve covered are happiness, sadness, fear and anger.
Even the word ‘disgust’ sounds disgusting to me! 😊

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? A simple yet highly effective solution may be right under your nose, literally. The physiological sigh, a natural mechanism our bodies use to combat stress, can be a quick and easy way to help you regain control of your emotions.

We’ve so far talked about three of the six basic human emotions, happiness, sadness and fear, so today we are going to talk about an emotion that has a very bad rap – anger.

Fear is an intrinsic part of the human experience, a primal emotion rooted in our survival. It whispers to us in the shadows of uncertainty and looms large in the face of danger. Fear’s spectrum is broad and varied, encompassing everything from mild apprehension to intense terror, each shade serving as an essential alarm system warning of potential dangers.

Fear is an intrinsic part of the human experience, a primal emotion rooted in our survival. It whispers to us in the shadows of uncertainty and looms large in the face of danger. Fear’s spectrum is broad and varied, encompassing everything from mild apprehension to intense terror, each shade serving as an essential alarm system warning of potential dangers.

You find yourself in a familiar routine, arriving at the office, facing the same tasks, mingling with the same colleagues. The monotony weighs heavily on you, and a feeling of being stuck looms large. What was once a promising career now feels like a trap, and you can’t seem to shake the nagging sense that something is holding you back

This is the second in a series of articles on the six basic emotions that we all experience from time to time.

Sadness, often seen as an emotion to avoid, plays a vital and complex role in our emotional landscape. Characterized by feelings of loss, disappointment, or hopelessness, it may appear overwhelming at first glance, but it can lead to profound growth and understanding. It’s more than a temporary state of mind; it’s an opportunity for self-reflection and development.

This is the first in a series of articles on the six basic emotions that we all experience from time to time.

Happiness, one of the most sought-after emotions, is a rich and complex experience that extends beyond mere pleasure. It encompasses joy, contentment, and satisfaction, reflecting a state of well-being that many strive to attain.