Atlas of Emotions

By Col Mukteshwar Prasad(Retd)Based on materials of His Holiness Dalai Lamas & Dr. Paul EkmanAtlas of Emotions Part 3 (Fear)

2.FEAR- We are afraid of dangerSTATES -Each emotion contains a number of related states, which differ in intensity. The states shown here are representative, not exhaustive.Most INTENSE to Least INTENSE1.TERROR-Maximum Fear2.HORROR-Mixture of Fear and Disgust3.PANIC-A consequence of Desperation4.DESPERATION A response to the inability to reduce danger5.DREAD- Anticipation of severe danger6.ANXIETY- Inability to cope with an anticipated or actual threat7. NERVOUSNESS Uncertainty as to whether there is a danger8.TREPIDATION-Anticipation of the possibility of danger

2.Fear- We are angered by interferenceActions of FearAn emotional state may lead to actions depending on state , which can be intrinsic or intentional and constructive, destructive or ambiguous. Actions shown here are intrinsic, happening without conscious choice. 1.Terror1.Withdraw-Physically or mentally leave the scene of threat. ( In a state of Terror Withdrawing is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)2.Scream or YellLose control of how one speaks . Speak in a loud volume and when screaming in a higher pitch (In a state of Terror screaming or yelling is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)3. Freeze Become incapable of acting or speaking (In a state of Terror Freeze is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)

2.Fear- We are angered by interferenceActions of FearAn emotional state may lead to actions depending on state , which can be intrinsic or intentional and constructive, destructive or ambiguous. Actions shown here are intrinsic, happening without conscious choice. 2.Horror1.Withdraw-Physically or mentally leave the scene of threat. ( In a state of Terror Withdrawing is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)2.Scream or YellLose control of how one speaks . Speak in a loud volume and when screaming in a higher pitch (In a state of Terror screaming or yelling is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)3. Freeze Become incapable of acting or speaking (In a state of Terror Freeze is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)

1.Fear- We are afraid of dangerActions of FearAn emotional state may lead to actions depending on state , which can be intrinsic or intentional and constructive, destructive or ambiguous. Actions shown here are intrinsic, happening without conscious choice.3.Panic1.Worry-Anticipate the possibility of harm (Destructive & inhibits collaboration)2.Ruminate-Repetitively think about the emotional experience (Destructive & inhibits collaboration)3.Withdraw--Physically or mentally leave the scene of threat. ( In a state of Panic Withdrawing is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)4.SCREAM/YELL - Lose control of how one speaks . Speak in a loud volume and when screaming in a higher pitch (In a state of Panic screaming or yelling is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)5. Freeze - Become incapable of acting or speaking (In a state of Panic Freeze is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)

1.Fear- We are afraid of dangerActions of FearAn emotional state may lead to actions depending on state , which can be intrinsic or intentional and constructive, destructive or ambiguous. Actions shown here are intrinsic, happening without conscious choice.4.Desperation1. SCREAM/YELL - Lose control of how one speaks . Speak in a loud volume and when screaming in a higher pitch (In a state of Panic screaming or yelling is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)2.Ruminate-Repetitively think about the emotional experience (Destructive & inhibits collaboration)3.Hesitate-Hold back in doubt or indecision often momentary (In a state of Desperation Hesitate is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)4. Freeze - Become incapable of acting or speaking (In a state of Panic Freeze is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration) 5. Avoid-Either physically stay away from someone or something or internally keep ones mind away from what is triggering fear (In a state of Panic Avoid is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)

1.Fear- We are afraid of dangerActions of FearAn emotional state may lead to actions depending on state , which can be intrinsic or intentional and constructive, destructive or ambiguous. Actions shown here are intrinsic, happening without conscious choice.5.Dread1.Worry-Anticipate the possibility of harm (Destructive & inhibits collaboration)2. SCREAM/YELL - Lose control of how one speaks . Speak in a loud volume and when screaming in a higher pitch (In a state of Panic screaming or yelling is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)3.Ruminate-Repetitively think about the emotional experience (Destructive & inhibits collaboration)4.Withdraw--Physically or mentally leave the scene of threat. ( In a state of Panic Withdrawing is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)5. Freeze - Become incapable of acting or speaking (In a state of Panic Freeze is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)

1.Fear- We are afraid of dangerActions of FearAn emotional state may lead to actions depending on state , which can be intrinsic or intentional and constructive, destructive or ambiguous. Actions shown here are intrinsic, happening without conscious choice.6.Anxiety1.Worry-Anticipate the possibility of harm (Destructive & inhibits collaboration)2. Ruminate-Repetitively think about the emotional experience (Destructive & inhibits collaboration) 3.Withdraw--Physically or mentally leave the scene of threat. ( In a state of Panic Withdrawing is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)4. Freeze - Become incapable of acting or speaking (In a state of Panic Freeze is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)5. Hesitate-Hold back in doubt or indecision often momentary (In a state of Desperation Hesitate is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)

1.Fear- We are afraid of dangerActions of FearAn emotional state may lead to actions depending on state , which can be intrinsic or intentional and constructive, destructive or ambiguous. Actions shown here are intrinsic, happening without conscious choice.7. Nervousness1.Worry-Anticipate the possibility of harm (Destructive & inhibits collaboration)2. Ruminate-Repetitively think about the emotional experience (Destructive & inhibits collaboration) 3. Hesitate-Hold back in doubt or indecision often momentary (In a state of Desperation Hesitate is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)

1.Fear- We are afraid of dangerActions of FearAn emotional state may lead to actions depending on state , which can be intrinsic or intentional and constructive, destructive or ambiguous. Actions shown here are intrinsic, happening without conscious choice.8. Trepidation1.Worry-Anticipate the possibility of harm (Destructive & inhibits collaboration)2. Ruminate-Repetitively think about the emotional experience (Destructive & inhibits collaboration) 3. Hesitate-Hold back in doubt or indecision often momentary (In a state of Desperation Hesitate is ambiguous, it may either enable or inhibit collaboration)

2.Fear- We are angered by interferenceTriggers of FearTriggers automatically bring forth an emotion without consideration. Awareness of the trigger usually takes place at the end of this process, if at all. Triggers can be -UNIVERSAL TRIGGERS- Universal triggers are innate, common to everyone. They affect us more intensely than learned triggers.-LEARNED TRIGGERS-S Learned triggers are either cultural, stemming from widely shared experiences, or personal, arising from more individual experiences.PERCEPTION -We can become emotional about anything: the world around us, both novel and familiar, and our own expectations and memories.RESPONSE-The emotions are our response to triggers. They arise automatically and result in emotional actions.Different triggers of Fear are Imminent bodily impact-T his is an example of a universal trigger. Sudden loss of gravity-T his is an example of a universal trigger.Threat to safety--T his is an example of a universal trigger.Snake-like shapes- - T his is an example of a universal triggerThreat of losing job-This is an example of a learned trigger.Thunder- -This is an example of a learned trigger.Public speaking-This is an example of a learned trigger.

2.Fear- We are angered by interferenceA Mood of FearThis is an example of a mood, a longer-lasting cousin of the emotion that causes the related emotion to be felt more frequently and intensely. It is not always apparent what triggers a mood.APPREHENSIVEExpecting harm but not knowing how to avoid it. Perceiving threats when they are not there, or magnifying the seriousness of a threat

Experiencing CalmA calm, balanced frame of mind is necessary to evaluate and understand our changing emotions. Calmness ideally is a baseline state, unlike emotions, which arise when triggered and then recede.