Feeling of an emotion is a process that is distinct from…
“Feeling of an emotion is a process that is distinct from having the emotion in the first place. So it helps to understand what is an emotion, what is a feeling, we need to understand what is an emotion.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Emotion is a physiological state; feeling is the conscious awareness of that state.
In simple terms: Emotions happen, feelings notice them.
Distinguish feeling from emotion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- mindfulness
- emotional regulation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions do you feel without realizing?
- How does awareness change your reaction?
Feelings can be misinterpreted without context.