The hottest Emotion Substack posts right now

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against narrative

internet princess • 50282 implied HN points • 21 Oct 24
🎭️ Culture Relationships Narrative Emotion Identity Art
  1. Love can be really complicated and messy, and it's common to have both good and painful experiences in a relationship. Sometimes we find ourselves questioning if we were good or bad partners.
  2. People often want to turn their experiences into neat stories to make sense of them, but real feelings and relationships are much more complex and can't always fit into a simple narrative.
  3. Accepting the complexity of our emotions and experiences, rather than just trying to find answers, can be liberating and help us truly live with our feelings.

Why rationality (almost) never wins

Random Minds by Katherine Brodsky • 4 implied HN points • 04 Mar 25
📖 Philosophy Rationality Emotion Decision-making Cognition Disinformation
  1. People often make decisions based on emotions rather than facts. This shows that logic does not always win in arguments and discussions.
  2. Disinformation campaigns use emotional appeals to convince people, rather than relying on logical arguments. They aim to evoke strong feelings that can overshadow rational thinking.
  3. When emotions are triggered, parts of our brains responsible for logic can become less active, making it harder for us to think critically. This highlights the power of emotions in shaping our beliefs.

Crystallised Authenticity

the shimmering void • 69 implied HN points • 11 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Art Creativity Technology Philosophy Emotion
  1. The role of an artist is to express their feelings and engage with what they observe. It's important to stay true to oneself and reflect on the world honestly.
  2. Creativity isn't just about making flashy things; it takes effort and genuine emotion to create work that resonates with people. Shallow, trendy stuff often lacks real connection.
  3. Art helps people understand their feelings and the world around them better. Artists should aim for authenticity in their work, connecting deeply with their audience through meaningful expression.

98 - Emotion Stories

Nick Burdick: Writing from California • 99 implied HN points • 13 Oct 24
📖 Philosophy Buddhism Emotion Free will Mental health
  1. Emotions can be primal, like fear and craving, which we can't fully control right away. It's important to create safeguards to keep these emotions from guiding our decisions.
  2. Some emotions are based on stories we create, like anger or jealousy. Recognizing these as stories helps us react better and keep our thoughts clear.
  3. It's crucial to be mindful of what we feed our minds, like avoiding negative news and social media. Quality content gives us better reactions and lessens harmful habits.

An emotion I can't name

Disaffected Newsletter • 1518 implied HN points • 20 Apr 24
🎭️ Culture Identity Emotion Family Memory Society
  1. Sometimes we have feelings that are hard to describe. They can be a mix of sadness, protectiveness, and understanding for others who might not have much.
  2. Beauty can come from simple things in life. Special items, even if not expensive, can carry deep emotional meaning from loved ones.
  3. It's important to recognize and appreciate the struggles of others. Making fun of their situations can hurt, and we should approach their joys with kindness.
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Among The Swifties

Daily Dreher • 2338 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Music Politics Ideology Emotion Literature
  1. The 'holy war' between Donald Trump and Taylor Swift may not be as senseless as it appears.
  2. The collective power of fanatical fandoms, like Swifties, in the age of the internet, is a force to reckon with.
  3. Enchantment by political figures or pop stars can give a feeling of completeness, blurring the lines between rationality and transcendence.

Elephant Riding

Polymathic Being • 104 implied HN points • 10 Nov 24
📖 Philosophy Ethics Logic Cognition Emotion Human behavior
  1. We balance emotions and reason like an elephant and a rider. The elephant represents our feelings, which often drive our decisions more than we think.
  2. Relying only on logic can lead to problems. Emotions help us make decisions, and without them, we might struggle with even simple choices.
  3. To make better decisions, we should understand our emotions and how they influence us. This means taking time to think things through and checking if our feelings align with reality.

fuck me / marry me / kill me

Thicket Forte • 1418 implied HN points • 29 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Art Philosophy Relationships Emotion Society
  1. The writer reflects on the uncertainty of the future and how technology may affect our lives. They emphasize the importance of truth and honesty in relationships.
  2. There is a deep appreciation for the strength and creativity of a partner, and a desire to inspire each other through art and life together.
  3. The writer acknowledges the inevitability of death but finds beauty in love and the memories created, showing a hope for a meaningful connection regardless of what the future holds.

A quick uplifting post in case you can use some inspiration tonight

Tessa Fights Robots • 17 implied HN points • 23 Dec 24
🎶 Music Songs Artists Inspiration Emotion Culture
  1. There's a beautiful song that explores feelings of not belonging and the comforting response of a mother. It tells a touching story of returning home and finding one's place in the world.
  2. The song describes a journey back to joy for a modern man who feels lost and alone. It emphasizes that life is meant to be enjoyed.
  3. Support for creators is important, and they often rely on donations or subscriptions to keep sharing their work. It's a small way to give back and help them continue.

Feeling the Design

UX Psychology • 238 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🪑 Design Emotion Attention Product Design User Experience Aesthetics
  1. Emotions significantly impact user attention and decision-making. We can design products that resonate with users by considering their emotional states.
  2. Balancing functionality and aesthetics is crucial in design. Negative emotions may lead users to focus on functionality, while positive emotions may draw them to aesthetics.
  3. Design strategies that consider emotional mapping, create emotional peaks, and provide feedback can enhance user experience and engagement.

Why Write?

Passing Time • 234 implied HN points • 15 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Writing Art Creativity Communication Emotion
  1. Writing has different motives including egoism, aesthetic enthusiasm, historical impulse, and political purpose.
  2. Writing is a way to communicate your current self in a moment of time.
  3. Good writing reflects the creator at a specific moment and aims to communicate emotions effectively.

On Emotion Versus Sentimentality

Critic at Large • 39 implied HN points • 01 Jul 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Film Critique Emotion Comparison
  1. Emotion can be a powerful persuasive tool that reinforces arguments or character perception when felt genuinely, while sentimentality can come across as forced or manipulative.
  2. Critics noted a distinction between emotion and sentimentality in Steven Spielberg's films, where emotion moves the audience while sentimentality feels unearned.
  3. The endings of 'Saving Private Ryan' and 'Schindler's List' illustrate the difference between genuine emotion and sentimentality in storytelling, impacting how they are received by critics and viewers.

I fall in love too easily

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 30 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Relationships Identity Emotion Social Dynamics Personal Growth
  1. The relationship dynamics can feel complicated, especially when someone holds a position of power. It’s important to talk about these feelings to feel more balanced and empowered.
  2. Noticing how friends interact can reveal unspoken feelings, like jealousy or attraction, even when dating others. Open conversations about these feelings can bring clarity.
  3. Simple moments, like sharing a meal or a special item, can create deep connections and spark joy. These shared experiences deepen friendships and reveal more about each other.

The Getting To Know You Phase

Castalia • 99 implied HN points • 05 Sep 22
📚 Literature Fiction Narrative Relationships Emotion Character development
  1. Relationships can start off exciting and full of charm but might later face challenges. It's important to keep the connection alive and not let things get stuck in a routine.
  2. Getting to know someone deeply takes time and can reveal difficult histories. Sharing personal stories helps build understanding, but it can also change the tone of the relationship.
  3. Mental health issues can impact relationships in complex ways. It's essential to be open, supportive, and honest about how these challenges affect each other.

PP #35 | How to Instantly Be a Better Leader, and using Emotion, Cognition, and Movement to get Unstuck

The Leadership Lab • 39 implied HN points • 04 Sep 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Leadership Emotion Cognition Self-Improvement
  1. Using both emotion and cognition to approach problems can help you get unstuck. If you're stuck in your thoughts, focus on how you want to feel. If trapped by your feelings, think about the best path forward and take the first step.
  2. Physical movement can help you get unstuck creatively. When facing a difficult problem, go for a walk or engage in some form of physical activity without distractions. Let your body's movement guide your mind's flow.
  3. To improve as a leader, embrace your position and responsibilities. Owning your leadership means doing what needs to be done and holding yourself and others accountable. Leadership is about making hard choices but sticking to them.

#68 Making your presence felt

Design Lobster • 139 implied HN points • 17 May 21
🪑 Design Product Ceramics Emotion Memory Craftsmanship
  1. Software can represent human presence in abstract ways, like live cursors that show where others are focusing.
  2. Design can communicate human presence through physical elements, like thumbprints on a teapot showing the maker's touch.
  3. Design has the potential to touch emotions and souls, creating a deeper connection beyond just functionality.

Oranges and lemons

The Strategy Toolkit • 8 implied HN points • 21 Jul 23
🔬 Science Biology Evolution Emotion Behavior Research
  1. Laughter may serve a strategic purpose, including masking other emotions like anger.
  2. Evolutionary biologists study laughter to understand human behavior in incongruous situations and for social communication.
  3. The process of natural selection is likened to a startup's product development, evolving over time like an MVP.

Healing Fire - 2

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 0 implied HN points • 19 Nov 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Healing Suffering Attention Emotion Intention
  1. The post explores intentional suffering in relation to healing, including how attention can impact the body, activation of emotion, and the concept of suffering with intention.
  2. The discussion delves into how attention and emotion can play a role in the healing process.
  3. There is an examination of the idea of 'intension' in relation to suffering and healing.

Intimacy

Numb at the Lodge • 0 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Emotion Urban Seasons History
  1. Riots start with an inciting incident like a child being murdered or a holy symbol being desecrated.
  2. Riots are tied to the seasons, usually happening in summer when the sun is seen as a weapon and a drug.
  3. The word 'riot' originally meant dissolute living and extravagance, while today it also reflects delicate, bourgeois feelings.