Finding the better feeling
FEELINGS TO NEEDS SUGGESTIONSThis content developed by Jeff Tretsven and is not part of John and Ike's curriculum.
ANNOYED, aggravated, dismayed, disgruntled, displeased, exasperated, frustrated, impatient, irritated, irked, ANGRY, enraged, furious, incensed, indignant, irate, livid, outraged, resentful Wanting: respect, consideration, freedom, choice, independence, space, cooperation
AFRAID, apprehensive, dread, foreboding, frightened, mistrustful, panicked, petrified, scared, suspicious, terrified, wary, worried Wanting: safety, security, stability, acceptance, order
AVERSION, animosity, appalled, contempt, disgusted, dislike, hate, horrified, hostile, repulsed Wanting: space, beauty, integrity, ease, presence, acceptance, order
CONFUSED, ambivalent, baffled, bewildered, dazed, hesitant, lost, mystified, perplexed, puzzled, torn Wanting: clarity, understanding, communication, to be understood, purpose, order, learning
DISCONNECTED, alienated, aloof, apathetic, bored, cold, detached, distant, distracted, indifferent, numb, removed, uninterested, withdrawn Wanting: connection, community, companionship, belonging, empathy, understanding, participation, appreciation, stimulation, touch, closeness, trust, exercise
DISQUIET, agitated, alarmed, discombobulated, disconcerted, disturbed, perturbed, rattled, restless, shocked, startled, surprised, troubled, turbulent, turmoil, uncomfortable, uneasy, unnerved, unsettled, upset Wanting: peace, ease, stability, comfort, harmony, clarity, understanding
EMBARRASSED, ashamed, chagrined, flustered, guilty, mortified, self-conscious Wanting: acceptance, respect, appreciation, compassion, empathy, safety, support, trust
FATIGUE, beat, burnt out, depleted, exhausted, lethargic, listless, sleepy, tired, weary, worn out Wanting: rest, space, ease, support, nurturing, independence, exercise
PAIN, agony, anguished, bereaved, devastated, grief, heartbroken, hurt, lonely, miserable, regretful, remorseful Wanting: comfort, ease, companionship, connection, space, mourning, joy, warmth
SAD, depressed, dejected, despair, despondent, disappointed, discouraged, disheartened, forlorn, gloomy, heavy hearted, hopeless, melancholy, unhappy, wretched Wanting: joy, play, connection, empathy, hope, inspiration, celebration of life, purpose, to matter, participation, contribution, warmth, love, intimacy
Special note: Sadness can be an indicator of when a person has reached awareness of a core need. The need that is expressed from sadness is often a very important (may be the core issue) need. When doing self empathy exercises, pay attention to sadness and watch what comes next.
TENSE, anxious, cranky, distressed, distraught, edgy, fidgety, frazzled, irritable, jittery, nervous, overwhelmed, restless, stressed out Wanting: rest, ease, safety, stability, trust
VULNERABLE, fragile, guarded, helpless, insecure, leery, reserved, sensitive, shaky Wanting: safety, trust, support, empathy, acceptance, mutuality, nurturing, love, honesty, presence, appreciation, compassion
YEARNING, envious, jealous, longing, nostalgic, pining, wistful Wanting: equality, hope, inclusion, joy, trust, appreciation |
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