‘Emotions’ at Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life

Why is romance such a strong value? I think part of the reason is that our emotions are so excluded for much of our lives. Romance is one area where we are allowed to make a decision based on our emotions.

Laughter actually triggers beneficial physical changes in the body, strenthening the immune system by decreasing hormones that compound stress and increasing the presence of antibodies that fight infections.

Sometimes the direct approach to changing a habit doesn’t work. This I think can especially be the case with relationship habits. When we set about changing our habitual ways of relating we can find that our emotions get stirred up.

When we can do pretty much whatever we want, and have a variety of ways to do it, the question becomes what we want to do. The focus shifts to values.

Overt and covert intimidation become more effective when the manipulator is skilled in communicating emotional tenacity, determination, and resolve, sending the message that the other party is no match in a contest with them.