Emotions Revealed: Recognizing Faces and Feelings to Improve Communication and Emotional Life book

Emotions Revealed: Recognizing Faces and Feelings to Improve Communication and Emotional Life

Paul Ekman  

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Have you ever questioned why fear can sometimes morph into different emotions, or why we are universally captivated by certain sensory pleasures?

Ever wondered about the power of facial expressions in conveying emotions or how cultural variations influence our understanding of disgust?

Do you want to explore the fine line between anger and violence, and the role of empathy in managing this potent emotion?

Dive into this thrilling exploration of human emotions, their triggers, and their profound effects on our lives, relationships, and cultural experiences.


Have you ever questioned why fear can sometimes morph into different emotions, or why we are universally captivated by certain sensory pleasuresEver wondered about the power of facial expressions in conveying emotions or how cultural variations influence our understanding of disgustDo you want to explore the fine line between anger and violence, and the role of empathy in managing this potent emotionDive into this thrilling exploration of human emotions, their triggers, and their profound effects on our lives, relationships, and cultural experiences.;

 

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#1

Can Facial Expressions Transcend Cultural Boundaries Like Silvan's Study Suggests?

01 Jan 1970

02:10

02:10


#2

How Evolution Shapes Our Emotional Reactions: Insights from Arne Ohman's Research

01 Jan 1970

02:31

02:31


#3

Can Emotional Awareness Truly Override Deep-Rooted Triggers?

01 Jan 1970

02:21

02:21


#4

Dean Corll's Horror: A Mother's Grief and the Universal Language of Loss

01 Jan 1970

03:09

03:09


#5

Can We Learn to Control Anger Like the Dalai Lama?

01 Jan 1970

02:23

02:23


#6

From Stunt Mishaps to Classroom Surprises: Exploring the Depths of Fear and Emotion

01 Jan 1970

02:04

02:04


#7

Can Understanding Paul Rozin's Research on Disgust Change How We Navigate Relationships?

01 Jan 1970

03:05

03:05


#8

Exploring Emotions: Insights from Silvan Tomkins and Barbara Fredrickson

01 Jan 1970

04:10

04:10


#9

Final Recap

01 Jan 1970

02:02

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About Author

Paul Ekman is a renowned psychologist and a pioneer in the study of emotions and their relation to facial expressions. He is best known for his groundbreaking work in identifying universal facial expressions and developing the Facial Action Coding System (FACS). Ekman's research has significantly influenced the understanding of human emotions and nonverbal communication. His book "Emotions Revealed: Recognizing Faces and Feelings to Improve Communication and Emotional Life" provides insights into how recognizing emotions can enhance interpersonal interactions and emotional well-being.

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