What Human Emotion Am I Quiz

By: Ira Kurylenko

Updated: 6 months ago

Human emotions are complex and can be categorized into primary and secondary emotions. Primary emotions are considered universal and fundamental, while secondary emotions are more nuanced and often result from the interaction of primary emotions.
In this quiz, we’ll take a look at the more complex emotions. While the primary ones are the raw feelings we experience daily, the secondary tend to highlight our complex individualities better. We humans have complex personalities. And it would be appropriate to compare yourselves to the emotions that are just as complex!

Human Emotions

Primary Emotions

Happiness: The feeling of joy, contentment, or pleasure.
Sadness: The feeling of sorrow, unhappiness, or grief.
Anger: The emotion of frustration, irritation, or displeasure often in response to perceived injustice or threats.
Fear: The emotional response to perceived danger or threats, which triggers the body's fight-or-flight response.
Surprise: The reaction to unexpected events or stimuli.
Disgust: The feeling of revulsion, often in response to something offensive or unpleasant.

Secondary Emotions

Jealousy
Shame
Guilt
Pride
Anxiety
Excitement
Regret
Awe
Contempt
Empathy
Disappointment
Frustration
Sympathy
Ambivalence
Curiosity
Anticipation
Surprise
Bitterness
Indignation
Gratitude

And these are just the examples of the emotions that are considered more comlex and, thus, secondary. Most of them can be manifested in both positive and negative ways. No emotion is inherently evil - they just provide an outlet for our though process and feelings. It’s how we deal with them that determines their effect on our lives and those around us!

Human Emotion Quiz Tips

When it comes to emotions, it can tricky to deal with them on your own. They are not always quite clear and straightforward.
If you are feeling the jumble of emotions and cannot identify all of them at first, you can take these following step to separate one from another.

Self-Assessment

Begin by taking a moment to check in with yourself. Find a quiet and comfortable space where you can focus on your thoughts and feelings.
Pay attention to what you're experiencing physically and mentally. Are there any physical sensations (e.g., tension, butterflies in your stomach) or thoughts that stand out?

Identify the Emotion

Once you're in a calm and self-aware state, try to pinpoint the specific emotion you're feeling. It might be one of the primary emotions (e.g., happiness, sadness, anger) or a secondary emotion (e.g., jealousy, guilt).
Consider the circumstances and triggers that led to this emotion. What events or thoughts may have caused it?

Label the Emotion

Give a name to the emotion you've identified. Use simple and clear language to label it. For example, "I'm feeling angry," "I'm experiencing sadness," or "I'm anxious."
Sometimes, just naming the emotion can bring a sense of clarity and relief.
Ask yourself questions to delve deeper into the root causes: "What triggered this emotion? Is it related to a past experience? What is my perception of the situation?"

Provide an Outlet

After identifying and understanding your emotion, decide how you want to express or process it. This can vary depending on the emotion and your personal preferences.
You might choose to talk to a trusted friend or therapist, engage in a creative outlet (e.g., journaling, art, music), practice mindfulness or meditation, or simply allow yourself to feel the emotion without judgment.

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What Human Emotion Am I Quiz Questions

Do you feel confident in your social skills?

nope, they are terrible and I'm awkward
they are not the best, I'd rather stay away if possible
yes, they are decent
really confident! and comfortable in social situations

Are you currently satisfied with your career/study specialty?

yes, I love what I'm doing/studying
it's not ideal, but I'm not miserable
no, I hate it
I'm in secondary/middle/high school, so I have no choice

Are you happy in your current relationship?

What do you feel when thinking about your achievements so far in life?

contentment
anxiety
apathy
giddiness

Do you feel comfortable when someone shares their emotions with you?

What do you prefer? Criticising others or receiving criticism?

I'd rather hear it from somebody else
I do the criticising

Do you ever just stop and enjoy a beautiful landscape?

yes, I enjoy the tranquillity
sometimes, for a bit
yes, but I feel anxious at times when alone with nature
not really

Are you a highly creative person?

yes
not really

Do you believe in the power of love?

yes, it has great power!
I believe it exists, yes, but it's not that powerful
no, love is a weakness in most cases
I don't believe in love, only lust and crushes

When somebody in need asks for your help, what do you feel?

disgust
suspicion
sympathy
an extreme wish to help immediately!

At the end of the day, you mostly feel

tired
happy
apathy
disappointed

Do you dream big or keep it small?

I prefer it small and achievable
I dream big!
I prefer not to dream to avoid disappointment
I dream big but am internally ready for failure

What's your type of jealousy?

hot and strong
possessive
a kind one, more like craving to have it as well
I don't allow jealousy in my life

If you had a chance to turn your life around 180 degrees right now, would you?

yes, let's do it!
no, I like it the way it is
maybe not as drastically? how about 90 degrees?
there's no guarantee it's gonna be better, probably not

Think about your future for a moment, what emotion prevails?

uncertainty
anxiety
hope
happiness

Do you support your friends when they succeed?

absolutely!
of course! but not 100% sincerely
I want to but I'm also a bit sad
nope

In games, do you play as a villain?

yes
no
I don't like role-playing games

Can you get the feeling of joy by doing the simple things?

yes, I enjoy simple things
only from something like my hobby
not recently
no, I require bigger stimuli

Are you more cautious in your life or prefer taking risks?

cautious
I take risks

Do you openly share your feelings with others?

yes, I'm quite open
only with the closest people
no, I really don't like to share
my feelings are a messy, I'm too confused even myself

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