Anticipation family · 10 emotions

Anticipation

The forward-leaning family. Feelings that orient the body toward what is coming.

Vigilance Hyper-alert watchfulness. Every sense is tuned. Anticipation Forward-leaning readiness for what comes next. Interest Curious, engaged attention drawn to something. Curiosity A pull to explore, learn or understand something. Eagerness Keen, impatient readiness for something good. Excitement A buzzing, energised thrill about what is happening. Hope A quiet belief that something good is possible. Longing A persistent ache for something out of reach. Impatience Restless, agitated wanting for something to happen faster. Suspense Tension of not knowing how something will end.

See how the anticipation family sits among the other emotions.

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