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Fear
The purpose is to mobilize the body to escape or confront danger.
Anger
Serves to assert dominance or fight off threats to our interests.
Happiness
Encourages behaviors that are likely to lead to reproduction and survival.
Sadness
Signals a need to reassess or change behavior, and may elicit help from others.
Disgust
Helps avoid disease and contamination.
Surprise
Helps to orient our attention to new and potentially significant events.
Trust
Helps in forming alliances and cooperative relationships.
Jealousy
Motivates behavior to protect valued relationships or resources.
Guilt
Encourages behavior that strengthens social bonds by recognizing harm to others.
Pride
Reinforces behaviors that have earned social status or acclaim.
Shame
Motivates behavior change following social rejection or failure to meet standards.
Contempt
Enables social hierarchies by expressing disrespect for perceived lower-status individuals.
Love
Promotes long-term bonding, family stability, and cooperative childcare.
Curiosity
Drives the acquisition of new information and the exploration of the environment.
Anticipation
Prepares for future needs and events, increasing chances of success or survival.
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