Emotions can hijack our minds. They prepare us for action, and they neighbour our perception. But they also reveal what matters to us most. […] The basic emotions – anger, fear, sadness, disgust, surprise, and happiness – are universal, recognisable across cultures and even species. They are short-lasting but powerful, automatic responses that help us navigate our social world. But we also develop complex emotions that blend these basic ones. And importantly, we can learn to recognise the ...
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