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Five Core Emotions
Five core emotions, each at three intensities. Pick the core emotion first, then the word that matches how strongly you feel it. Several update formats ask you to attach an emotion and an intensity to each update, and this is the grid they refer to.
Mad
Strong
- Furious
- Betrayed
- Outraged
- Boiling
- Irate
Moderate
- Irritated
- Frustrated
- Agitated
- Disgusted
Low
- Annoyed
- Upset
- Resistant
Glad
Strong
- Elated
- Passionate
- Overjoyed
- Thrilled
- Ecstatic
Moderate
- Radiant
- Relieved
- Satisfied
- Happy
Low
- Pleased
- Contented
- Mellow
Sad
Strong
- Depressed
- Miserable
- Alone
- Hurt
- Hopeless
Moderate
- Insecure
- Somber
- Heartbroken
- Melancholy
Low
- Disappointed
- Unhappy
- Dissatisfied
Scared
Strong
- Terrified
- Horrified
- Frantic
- Petrified
- Frightened
Moderate
- Distressed
- Threatened
- Apprehensive
- Intimidated
Low
- Anxious
- Worried
- Cautious
Ashamed
Strong
- Mortified
- Remorseful
- Defamed
- Worthless
- Disgraced
Moderate
- Admonished
- Unworthy
- Apologetic
- Guilty
Low
- Secretive
- Regretful
- Embarrassed
The grid is also in the Update and Presentation Prep Pack, alongside the emotion wheels, for printing. If none of these words fits, the Emotimatic helps you find one from a description of what's happening.
Adapted from the 5 Core Emotions chart by Hesse Partners, hessepartners.com.