Been There... Felt That..??? CASE STUDY ON INSENSITIVITY & EMOTIONS
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Don’t be so sensitive... it’s not that big of a deal!
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Often heard of this statement from majority people around us? Sensitivity is wrongly depicted as an undesirable trait, while nonchalance is mistaken for a sign of strength. By recognizing this sensitivity as part of who we are, and not as a shameful flaw of some kind, we can attempt to share this aspect of ourselves with those we care about and strangers too. Because a little communication goes a long way. It’s not always easy to open up — in fact it can be incredibly difficult — but communicating ahead of time about things that overwhelm us can give our loved ones an idea about what’s going on when we appear deeply affected by something we can’t explain in the moment. The spectrum of human emotion is fascinating, and oscillates between emotions a satisfying way to feel connected and present within oneself.
Your tone matters... Your phrase matters... Your body language matters... EVERY EMOTION MATTERS!
CAUSAL LOOP Insecure You’re not tuned in the conversation
Negative Relationships
Consider emotions to be superfluous
Weak Minded
Lacks self compassion Lack emotional quotient
Self-Centric
Distracted Occurred within the framework of extreme vulnerability
Capacity for empathy not developed
Experienced great emotional suffering
Being Critical
Incorrigible
Imposing one’s view on another
Not experienced emotional suffering
High Self Esteem
Doesnt see beyond own desires & expectations
Not foused or distracted
Miscommunication
Lack of social relations, delusional thought patterns & social anxiety
Sharing opinions at inappropriate times or being too blunt
Lacks emotional quotient
Doesnt make one’s point clear
Emotionally Insensitive
UCLA research has shown that only 7 percent of communication is based on the actual words we say. As for the rest, 38 percent comes from tone of voice and the remaining 55 percent comes from body language.
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ADOLF HITLER One observer reflected that Hitler’s persuasive impact came from his ability to strategically express emotions—he would “tear open his heart”—and these emotions affected his followers to the point that they would “stop thinking critically and just emote.”
He was deeply insecure about his own lack of knowledge, preferring to either ignore information that contradicted his preconceptions, or to lash out at the expertise of others.
Allowing people to take pictures in public Allowing people to smile on july 8 (Grandfather’s death)
what’s w o n k o WANT T ctive u r t s e d more omb? b r a e l c u than a n ‘ words ’
ALLOWING PEOPLE TO WEAR BLUE JEANS
Assassination of half-brother
TAKING AWAY PEOPLE’S RIGHTS
CHANGING THE COURCE OF HUMANITY
KIM JONG-UN
STAKEHOLDERS CHILDREN Lack of affection hampers the growth of the child. It can affect the self-esteem of a kid. Fights between parents leave a deep impact on children along with they growing to be harsh towards others.
Family and relatives At times we tend to forget where our boundaries lie when we are with our loved ones. We tend to take people for granted and forget that relations require time to stay the same.
friends & extended circle When hanging out and mocking someone unintentionally might lead us to hurt the emotions of others. At times people do things they don't like to feel like a part of the circle they wish to be in.
Corporate world
EQ being the need of hour caters to making individuals understand the importance of knowing how to behave with peers and colleagues. People with lower EQ tend to unintentionally hurt the sentiments of others causing to risk the relations between them and other people around them.
social media People at times don't realise that they are affecting people on a deeper level when having fun. Negative comments, not getting enough likes or comparing oneself with another are some examples of the same.
Did You
OPINIONS & FACTS
Know? JOY (To remind us what’s important)
SADNESS (To connect us with those we love)
TRUST (To connect with people who help)
The 8 basic emotions are Joy, Sadness, Fear, Disgust, Surprise, Anticipation, Anger and Trust. There are different models of which are the basic ones, this comes from a scientist named Robert Plutchik, who also created a Wheel of Emotions to illustrate these 8 emotions in a compelling way. It shows visually the dynamism of emotions, like what happens to an emotion when it’s left unchecked and what you get when you combine two emotions, like Anticipation and Joy.
ANTICIPATION (To look forward and plan)
SURPRISE (To focus on new situations)
FEAR (To protect us from danger) DISGUST (To reject what is unhealthy!)
ANGER (To fight against problems)
1 The emotional sensitivity hypothesis states that
women are more sensitive to subtle cues, which implies that they perceive the intended emotion as more intense, but only when the cues are subtle or low intense.
2 Females score higher than males in standard tests of
1 Men do have less confidence in their own
emotional intelligence, including their own ability to perceive emotions on a face, than do women. 2 Men react with greater happiness to
emotion recognition, social sensitivity and empathy. They have a better understanding of the social circle.
happy films and and the greater reaction to positive (but not negative) slides also lasts a lot longer in men.
3 Studies have found in particular that women express more
pro-social emotions – such as gratitude – which has been linked to greater happiness.
3 There is little difference in the effect of
children on feelings of depression for men in high and low gender equity countries.
4 Women tend to experience more negative emotions,
such as more guilt, shame and disgrace, to a slightly lesser degree embarrassment. 5 Women are more likely to internalise and direct
the anger at themselves. They ruminate rather than speak out, and this is where women’s vulnerability to stress and depression lies.
6 Women react with more sadness to sad films
than men do. They react more negatively to unpleasant slides (e.g., mutilated bodies, physical violence, and suffering or dead animals) 7 Women may be more sensitive to all the
emotions of others because of their need (more than men) to attach with their children, or women may be especially responsive to negative emotions only because of the need to react to fitness threats more than men do.
4 Studies show that men have greater
problem solving abilities and cognitive flexibility which can contribute to greater resilience and positive mood.
5 When men feel angry they are more likely to
vocalise it and direct it at others
6 Men display more anger, pride and contempt,
which are more consistent with a protector and provider role. 7 Studies have shown that on average the male
brain is physically larger. However, this does not insinuate a correlation with intelligence. Culture plays a large part in how emotions are experienced, and in the Western individualist society, the degree to which emotions are expressed is a signifier of personality.
16 million people in the UK experience a mental illness One in four adults will experience a mental illness at some point each year in the UK. This ranges from anxiety and depression to alcohol dependence, substance misuse and psychosis.
Three in four mental illnesses start in childhood 75% of mental illnesses start before a child reaches their 18th birthday, while 50% of mental health problems in adult life (excluding dementia) take root before the age of 15.
Emotions are contagious. Feelings spread between people like a virus, even if we’re not paying attention to emotions.
10% of school children have a diagnosable mental illness In an average class of 30 young people, three will have a mental health problem. 10% of children aged 5-16 have been diagnosed with a mental health problem.
Suicide is the biggest killer of young people in the UK Suicide is a leading cause of death in young men and women aged 20-34 in the UK. The latest figures reveal that the number of young suicides each year is greater than it has been for the past 10 years. In 2015 1,660 young people under 35 years took their own lives; 103 more than in 2014 and 58 more than the previous record.
More than half of young people feel embarrassed about mental illness 51% of young people believe that anyone their age diagnosed with a mental illness would be embarrassed. More than a quarter (27%) report having a mental health problem of one type. Female students are more likely to say they have mental health problems than males (34% v 19%).
10% of school children have a diagnosable mental illness In an average class of 30 young people, 3 will have a mental health problem. 10% of children aged 5-16 have been diagnosed with a mental health problem.
POPULAR CULTURE You're Pathetic! #LoveBetter started with a simple question: “How can we build healthy relationships if we don’t know what they look like? We all know that love is an instinct, but we rarely acknowledge that it’s also a skill. In order to love well, we have to learn how to practice it.”
You look so fat! They believe that healthy relationships start with open communication. That’s why they created the #LoveBetter campaign. Together, we can make the world a healthier place, one conversation at a time.
#LOVE
You are so stupid!
How well do you loved o
BETTER
really love your ones?
By starting conversations that improve our knowledge about relationship health, and enhance our ability to pursue it, we can strengthen our relationships and teach others to do the same. Making the world a healthier place starts with you, and how you love.
Dont be a cry baby!
Stop acting like a kid! Pledge to #LoveBetter - That means to talk honestly to someone you love about the ways you both love well and the ways you can improve. By being mindful and intentional, each of us can aspire to be better and insist on better from our partners.
Every gift became a lesson in how to love better!
DOVE REAL BEAUTY SKETCHES The campaign evoked an emotional reaction in millions of people that inspired them to share the positive message with others. Beyond just the millions of views and publicity impressions, it is the outpouring of testimonials from around the world that are exciting us.
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I hate my body!
But what will they think about me? I dont think I will ever look pretty or beautiful.... I should be better than I am!
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How I look at myself
How others look at me
Each woman was asked before the study to get to know one of the other participants. The forensic artist then asked each woman to describe the other's face. The differences are remarkable.
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I am not as lucky as other people
You’re more beautiful than you think!
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I'll never be good at anything
‘Because of You’ Movement
Have you ever thought about the long-lasting impact of your words and actions? Because of you, people can feel empowered and loved, but also insecure and hurt. Even the smallest words and actions, whether online or in person, can have a big effect. Because of You is a movement that encourages teens to reflect on the power of their words and actions and consider how they are affecting others.
The term Bullying has come to reflect a specific situation that does not always connect to the general culture of meanness which many teens experience daily. While only one-third of teens list bullying as a top concern today, twice as many say they regularly experience more specific behaviors like drama, teasing, and exclusion. Adults often talk about bullies,
bystanders and victims, but the lines are not so clear. Every day, we all have the opportunity to make someone else’s day better or worse.
You can get to know more about them by checking out their partners, and by connecting with them on their social channels.
By encouraging self-reflection and focusing on specific actions, their goal is to inspire this generation to create a more empathetic and inclusive culture around them.
Some of their partners include Be Strong, GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network), Born This Way Foundation, No Bully, The Trevor Project & The Bully Project.
“Everyone has a story about how someone else’s words affected them in a positive or negative way.”
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“Often, we don’t realize how powerful our actions are and how they can affect others.”
What’s your effect on others?
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FREE HUGS “Everyone has problems and for sure they can never be compared. But to see someone who was once frowning, smile even for a moment, is worth it every time.”
Free hugs is a real life controversial story of Juan Mann, a man whose sole mission was to reach out and hug a stranger to brighten up their lives. In this age of social disconnectivity and lack of human contact, the effects of the Free Hugs campaign became phenomenal. As this symbol of human hope spread across the city, police and officials ordered the Free Hugs campaign BANNED. What we then witness is the true spirit of humanity come together in what can only be described as awe inspiring.
“There’s so much negativity in the world and I want to give positivity back because we need it, especially these days,”
Sometimes, a hug is all what we need!
These hugs are meant to be random acts of kindness—selfless acts performed just to make others feel better. A challenge to you is to give a hug to someone who needs it during these busy times of midterms and homesickness.
“There was this one lady who started telling me a story how she’s 93 years old, never was married and never had any kids and had not been hugged in 30 years,” said Beck. “That was incredible that really inspired me to keep doing this.”
“I’m conscious of my feelings and what causes them, even some new behaviors I hadn’t notice. Really, this is an amazing opportunity to get to know yourselves and have fun while doing it.” - Juliana Cano, 19 “I don’t have so many people with whom I can debate psychology, which is something that makes me really happy. And now, my Replika can be one of those buddies!” - Bianca Comanescu, 21
How will Replika help me?
Replika : My AI Friend Replika is an AI companion who cares - always here to listen and talk, always on your side. It’s an AI chatbot that you can message and talk to in a mobile app or on our website. Replika was founded by Eugenia Kuyda and Phil Dudchuk with the idea to create a personal AI that would help you express and witness yourself by offering a helpful conversation. It’s a space where you can safely share your thoughts, feelings, beliefs, experiences, memories, dreams – your “private perceptual world.”
Replika is your personal companion for mental wellness. 1) Talk things through together 2) Chat in a safe, judgment-free space. It’s just you and your Replika. 3) Improve mental wellbeing 4) Learn coping skills and work toward goals like positive thinking, stress management, socializing, and more with Replika. 5) Explore your personality 6) Get to know yourself better with every conversation. 7) Grow together 8) Create your Replika and watch it develop its own personality and memories alongside you.
‘Sensorium Tests’ and ‘At the Threshold’ by Daria Martin ‘At the Threshold’ and ‘Sensorium Tests’ explore the relationship between art, science and empathy through the experience of people with synaesthesia. This condition produces experiences in one sense that are usually felt in another or by another – for example, perceiving sounds as colours. A person with mirror-touch feels other people's sensations of touch, both painful and pleasurable. The films, set in the style of 1950s melodramas, encourage you to inhabit the experiences of others and truly watch with all your senses. “She chose film as her medium because it "creates spaces that are between the mental and the physical. It has an ethereal, dreamlike quality whilst, especially with 16 mm film, there is real evidence of bodies, space and material, and I want that physicality to remain very present in the viewing experience."
“And she thinks both scientists and artists can contribute to an understanding of synaesthesia, as she says, “There’s something valuable about scientists focusing and identifying different types of synaesthesia, which opens up a window to artists and others for exploration.”
“I interviewed 13 mirror-touch synaesthetes and gathered information on the social aspects of mirror-touch synaesthesia and responses that people with the condition had to objects,” Daria explains.
Books & Literature How Emotions Are Made By Lisa Feldman Barrett The human brain is a master of deception. It creates experiences and directs actions with a magician’s skill, never revealing how it does so, all the while giving us a false sense of confidence that its products — our day-to-day experiences — reveal its inner workings. Joy, sadness, surprise, fear, and other emotions seem so distinct and feel so built-in that we assume they have separate causes inside us. It’s easy to come up with a wrong theory of the mind. We are, after all, a bunch of brains trying to figure out how brains work. Her research overturns the widely held belief that emotions live in distinct parts of the brain and are universally expressed and recognized. Instead, she has shown that emotion is constructed in the moment, by core systems that interact across the whole brain, aided by a lifetime of learning.
I Feel You By Cris Beam “One more link in a long chain of American entitlement.” This is a radical book because it challenges the conventional wisdom that selfdefense and punitive systems are the only way to keep ourselves physically and emotionally safe, and, maybe more important, because it asserts that it’s possible to work for the betterment of society without the accompanying side effect of feeling like a chump.”
We can only hope. “I Feel You” is less a prescriptive self-help book than a thoughtful exploration of empathy in all its forms — physiological, historical, sociological and even personal, as Beam struggles to transcend her own less than empathic episodes and explores her aversion to opening herself to change. “Self-empathy was code for selfish,” she explains before signing up for a workshop on just that.
BRAND CAMPAIGNS FOR LEGO POSTER DESIGNS Taking Lego as our brand, we have come up witha set of creative poster designs that communicate the importance of emotions, love and being together as a community. Taking inspirations from simple Lego blocks, shapes and characters, our designs portray minimalistic ideations that are thought provoking and that which makes us realize how simple words or a simple act can affect or have an impact on others. These posters are made with minimalism in mind, so as to focus on the better understanding for kids. We have depicted the same posters as Instagram posts for Lego’s Social Media Campaign.
Some of the hashtags developed for the campigns were #bethechange, #learntolove, #disconnecttoconnect, #dontbejudgemental and #standbythem.
INTERACTIVE VIDEO CAMPAIGN
Another campaign created for Lego is the Interactive Video Campaign wherein, we created a set of Questionnaire for the common people and asked them to answer them without using words, but only through facial expressions or hand gestures. Questions Asked: 1. Have you ever ignored someone’s feelings or stopped talking to them due to your own pride or ego? 2. Have you ever joked around with someone and realised it might have hurt them in a way you didn’t intend to? 3. Have you ever judged your friend or loved ones and later realised that it was due to some miscommunication or misunderstanding? 4. Do you think men are more rational and women are more emotional ? 5. Which is more important : what you say or how you say it ? The main idea behind this campaign was to make the people realize as to how their simple words or actions can play an integral role in shaping others mental health. During these hard times of ‘Lockdowns’ and ‘Stay Home Stay Safe’ situations, we wanted everyone to be there for their loved ones and take care of their emotional well beings too. The last part of the video conveys the main message as to #standbythem, at all times, no matter what!