🧠 EMOTION EXPERTS
This emotion happens when you believe something unfair has happened to you or someone else.
Anger
What's the difference between being sad and being lonely?
You can be sad without being lonely, and lonely specifically involves wanting connection or feeling disconnected.
You made a mistake in front of everyone and suddenly wish you could disappear.
Embarrassment
Name one physical sign that might tell you you're becoming angry.
Tight muscles, clenched jaw/fists, feeling hot, faster heartbeat, etc.
This emotion can happen when you want something another person has.
Jealousy / envy
What's the difference between jealousy and envy?
Envy is wanting something someone else has; jealousy often involves fear of losing something or someone to another person.
Someone else gets an opportunity you really wanted, and you can't stop thinking about how you wish it were yours.
Envy / jealousy
What emotion might cause a "pit" or "knot" in your stomach?
Anxiety, nervousness, fear, worry, etc.
This emotion happens when you feel bad about something you did and believe you should have acted differently.
Guilt
What's the difference between guilt and shame?
Guilt focuses on "I did something bad"; shame tends to feel like "I am bad."
You accomplished something difficult and feel good knowing your hard work paid off.
Pride
Why might your heart race when you're both excited and scared?
Both emotions activate the body's arousal/stress response.
This emotion involves feeling uncomfortable because you believe other people are judging or noticing you.
Self-consciousness / embarrassment
What's the difference between anger and resentment?
Anger can be an immediate emotional response; resentment can build over time when you continue feeling hurt or treated unfairly.
Someone apologizes after hurting you, but part of you is still upset about what happened.
Resentment/hurt
Someone becomes very quiet during an argument. Does that automatically mean they're calm? Why or why not?
No. They could be overwhelmed, anxious, angry, hurt, shutting down, etc.
This emotion can happen when you don't know what is going to happen and your mind keeps imagining different possibilities.
Anxiety / uncertainty
Can you feel grateful and sad at the same time? Explain why.
Yes. Emotions can happen simultaneously. You can appreciate something while also grieving, missing someone, or feeling sad.
You finally find out the test you've been worried about is over and everything went okay.
Relief
Why can two people show the same emotion differently?
People have different personalities, learned behaviors, cultures, experiences, and ways of coping.