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Can You Identify Your Emotions?

Here’s How to Get Started

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Build on Your Strengths
Feb 09, 2025
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Most people think we only have three emotions: happy, angry, and sad.

But the truth? There are more than 80 emotions we regularly experience.

Right now, try to list 10 emotions off the top of your head.

I’ll wait.

How did you do? If you struggled, you’re not alone. Let me know in the comments.

Why We Struggle to Name Our Emotions

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