FEELING WHEEL

We have a wide range of feelings that can be highly related. This wheel helps you visualize how far-ranging each emotion can be. The center ring describes primary states (surprised, happy, sad, etc). The colors help us keep track of which basic emotion we are exploring. The middle ring lists an expanded range of specific feelings within each primary state (surprised, startled). The outer ring further expands each middle ring list, showing even more particular variations within each primary state of emotion (surprised, startled, shocked).

Sometimes interacting and having relations with people can be difficult. In situations that require confrontation it is important to make sure that you present yourself as assertive but not aggressive or disagreeable. Use DEARMAN to help you prepare for your difficult situation you are facing:

Describe. As objectively (without bias or judgment) as possible, describe the situation.

E A R M A N xpress. Express how you are affected by this situation. How does the situation make you feel? Remember, keep the focus on the ‘I’. I feel: ssert. Make your thoughts and expectations known. What do you think about the situation? einforce. Explain why you think the way you do and why you want what you want. Explain how what you are asking for will benefit you. indful. Be mindful about how your feelings can influence your thoughts and communication skills. Be sure to avoid invalidating others or letting your emotions fuel your participation in the conversation. ppear Confident. Remember that your presentation is important. Things like body language and tone can make a big difference in how your message is received. What can you do to ensure you appear confident but not confrontational? egotiate. Sometimes with difficulty situations there needs to be a compromise. In most circumstances compromise is possible. In what ways can you compromise, or negotiate terms in which both parties benefit?