Emotional feelings can be divided into the following six types:
This is the feeling everyone strives to achieve. It can be defined as a state of pleasant emotions characterized by satisfaction, contentment, and gratitude. The factors that bring about this type of emotional feeling vary across cultures, but good health is a common factor in all of them. Studies have shown that health is indeed linked to happiness—and vice versa, as happiness enhances both psychological and physical health.
Sadness is a temporary state characterized by disappointment, frustration, a sense of loss, and lack of enthusiasm. The intensity of sadness depends on its cause and the individual’s personality. If this feeling persists at the same intensity for a long period, it may lead to depression. Common expressions of sadness include:
Fear is an intense and acute feeling that plays a crucial role in preserving our lives. When we face danger or a threat, the feeling of fear pushes us to defend ourselves or escape. This response is known as the “fight-or-flight” response. The experience of fear and how it is expressed varies by individual and situation. Some people are more sensitive to fear than others. Notably, fear can occur even without a real threat—just from imagining or anticipating something frightening.
This type of emotional feeling appears when seeing something dirty, repulsive, or unethical, for example.
This feeling is often accompanied by aggressive or hostile behaviors. It is somewhat related to the fight-or-flight response discussed under fear, but it usually relates to the “fight” part—attacking the source of the threat.
This feeling can be positive or negative depending on the event that triggers it. For example, receiving a gift can cause pleasant surprise, whereas someone jumping in front of your car while driving can result in shock, which is negative. It also plays a role in the fight-or-flight response, as it triggers quick reactions during threats.
After exploring the main types of emotional feelings, it’s worth mentioning that practicing meditation helps us accept and control our emotions. Download the Tawazon app to benefit from its rich content on different meditation types, as well as enjoy a collection of podcasts and guided meditations.
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