Emotion Rhizome


In 2-Dimensions

  1. What is the pleasantness of emotion (left-right)
  1. What is the energy level of emotion (up-down)

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
10
Enraged (red)
Panicked
Stressed
Jittery
 Shocked
Surprised
Upbeat
Festive
Exhilarated
Ecstatic (magenta)
9
Livid
Furious
Frustrated
Tense
Stunned
Hyper
Cheerful
Motivated
Inspired
Elated
8
Fuming
Frightened
Angry
Nervous
Restless
Energized
Lively
Enthusiastic
Optimistic
Excited
7
Anxious
Apprehensive
Worried
Irritated
Annoyed
Pleased
Happy
Focused
Proud
Thrilled
6
Repulsed
Troubled
Concerned
Uneasy
Peeved
Pleasant
Joyful
Hopeful
Playful
Blissful
5
Disgusted
Glum
Disappointed
Down
Apathetic
At ease
Easy going
Content
Loving
Fulfilled
4
Pessimistic
Morose
Discouraged
Sad
Bored
Calm
Secure
Satisfied
Grateful
Touched
3
Alienated
Miserable
Lonely
Disheartened
Tired
Relaxed
Chill
Restful
Blessed
Balanced
2
Despondent
Depressed
Sullen
Exhausted
Fatigued
Mellow
Thoughtful
Peaceful
Comfy
Carefree
1
Despairing (black)
Hopeless
Desolate
Spent
Drained
Sleepy
Complacent
Tranquil
Cozy
Serene (blue)

In 3-Dimensions: 

  1. Do you have high or low energy? high = 3, low = 0
  1. Are you feeling unpleasant or pleasant? pleasant = 3, unpleasant = 0
  1. Do you accept or reject this state of things? accept = 3, reject = 0

4x4x4=64. High values are about to flip to the opposite low value.

Unpleasant/Reactive
Pleasant/Proactive (blue)
High energy/Motivated (red)
Urgent

Accepting: Yellow
  • Yearning

Rejecting: Red
  • Enraged
Important/Timely

Accepting: White
  • Whole-hearted

Rejecting: Magenta
  • Feisty
Low energy/Receptive
Passive/Unknown

Accepting: Green
  • Indifferent

Rejecting: Black
  • Resigned
Emergent/Developing

Accepting: Cyan
  • Peaceful

Rejecting: Blue
  • Persistant