Below is a comprehensive list of feelings and emotions that humans can experience over a lifetime, categorized by their nature. This list includes both primary emotions and nuanced ones that emerge from combinations or cultural influences.
1. Basic Emotions (Paul Ekman’s Six)
- Happiness: Joy, contentment, amusement, satisfaction, delight, euphoria, bliss.
- Sadness: Grief, sorrow, loneliness, disappointment, melancholy, heartbreak, despair.
- Anger: Frustration, rage, annoyance, resentment, irritation, indignation, fury.
- Fear: Anxiety, dread, panic, nervousness, apprehension, terror, worry.
- Disgust: Revulsion, contempt, disdain, aversion, loathing.
- Surprise: Shock, amazement, wonder, astonishment.
2. Positive Emotions
- Love: Affection, adoration, passion, infatuation, tenderness, devotion.
- Gratitude: Appreciation, thankfulness, indebtedness.
- Hope: Optimism, anticipation, inspiration.
- Compassion: Empathy, sympathy, kindness, altruism.
- Pride: Achievement, self-confidence, dignity, triumph.
- Curiosity: Interest, wonder, intrigue, fascination.
3. Negative Emotions
- Shame: Embarrassment, humiliation, disgrace, self-loathing.
- Guilt: Remorse, regret, penitence.
- Jealousy: Envy, covetousness, rivalry.
- Frustration: Impatience, exasperation, helplessness.
- Apathy: Indifference, boredom, disinterest.
4. Complex or Blended Emotions
- Bittersweetness: Feeling both joy and sorrow simultaneously.
- Nostalgia: A longing for the past, mixed with warmth and sadness.
- Relief: A mix of comfort and gratitude after tension or fear subsides.
- Admiration: A blend of respect, awe, and appreciation.
- Anticipatory Joy: Excitement or happiness about a future event.
5. Social and Relational Feelings
- Belonging: Inclusion, connectedness, acceptance.
- Loneliness: Isolation, exclusion, longing for connection.
- Trust: Reliance, security, faith in others.
- Betrayal: Deception, disappointment, mistrust.
- Respect: Deference, honor, esteem.
6. Existential Feelings
- Awe: A sense of wonder mixed with fear or admiration.
- Inspiration: Being mentally or emotionally uplifted.
- Despair: A deep sense of hopelessness or existential angst.
- Contentment: A profound sense of peace and satisfaction.
- Confusion: Uncertainty, puzzlement, perplexity.
7. Emotions Related to Achievement
- Motivation: Drive, determination, ambition, enthusiasm.
- Satisfaction: Fulfillment, achievement, accomplishment.
- Disappointment: Failure, unmet expectations, regret.
- Confidence: Assurance, empowerment, self-reliance.
8. Sensory Feelings
- Pleasure: Comfort, relaxation, enjoyment.
- Discomfort: Pain, irritation, unease.
- Excitement: Thrill, exhilaration, arousal.
- Calmness: Serenity, tranquility, peace.
9. Spiritual and Philosophical Emotions
- Reverence: Deep respect, veneration.
- Transcendence: Feeling beyond the self, connected to something greater.
- Faith: Trust, conviction, devotion.
- Doubt: Uncertainty, skepticism.
10. Rare or Culturally Specific Feelings
Some emotions are deeply tied to culture or are less commonly articulated:
- Saudade (Portuguese): A deep emotional state of nostalgia or longing for something absent.
- Schadenfreude (German): Pleasure derived from another’s misfortune.
- Amae (Japanese): A pleasant feeling of dependence and indulgence in someone else’s care.
- Limerence: The intense, involuntary infatuation with another person.
- Koi No Yokan (Japanese): The sense upon meeting someone that falling in love with them is inevitable.
Summary
Humans experience a rich tapestry of feelings throughout life, ranging from fleeting micro-emotions to deep, enduring states. Many feelings overlap, and new ones can arise as culture and language evolve.
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