There are a lot of ways to organize and think about feelings, which are internal emotions without words or thoughts. I use a feelings wheel based on NVC (Non-violent Communication).
Two groups of six: needs being met, needs not being met.
Needs Met
- Pride (Self-Confidence, Self-Esteem, Encouraged, Powerful)
- Joy (Happy, Ecstatic, Excited, Grateful)
- Intrigue (Engaged, Fascinated, Entranced, Energetic)
- Trust (Assured, Hopeful, Secure, Confident)
- Love (Affectionate, Adoration, Connected, Caring)
- Peace (Content, Relaxed, Tranquil, Harmonious)
Needs Not Met
- Anger (Frustrated, Annoyed, Envious, Mad)
- Disgust (Averse, Apathetic, Repulsive, Contempt)
- Fear (Insecure, Anxious, Vulnerable, Scared)
- Surprise (Astonished, Distracted, Startled, Overwhelmed)
- Sadness (Depressed, Pain & Hurt, Grief & Sorrow, Unhappy)
- Shame (Awkward, Guilty, Embarrassed, Humiliation)
References
DBT Emotion Regulation Handouts
NVC Feelings Wheel
Permission to feel - Marc Brackett Ph.D
Test Your Emotional Intelligence (Berkley Greater Good)
NVC Needs Inventory