Self-conscious family · 20 emotions

Self-conscious

The mirror family. Feelings about how the self appears to others, or to itself.

Shame A shrinking feeling that your whole self is flawed. Guilt Painful awareness that you caused harm or broke a rule. Embarrassment Hot, self-conscious discomfort at being exposed. Humiliation Crushing degradation. Your dignity feels destroyed. Pride Warm self-regard for something you achieved or are. Envy A gnawing want for what someone else has. Jealousy Fearful, possessive anxiety about losing what you have. Inadequacy A painful sense that you are not enough. Self-doubt Questioning your own ability or worth. Vulnerability Openness that feels both brave and exposed. Self-consciousness Hyper-awareness of how others see you. Hubris Arrogant, excessive pride that blinds you. Vanity Excessive concern with your own appearance or status. Martyrdom Self-righteous suffering worn as a badge. Disgrace Public shame that damages your standing. Contrition Genuine, heartfelt remorse with desire to atone. Sheepishness Bashful awareness that you did something foolish. Chagrin Mortified annoyance at your own mistake. Abashment Flustered, awkward self-consciousness. Diffidence Modest hesitancy from a lack of self-belief.

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