What if emotions aren't simply triggered, but constructed by the brain?
The Theory of Constructed Emotion suggests that our brains create feelings by interpreting bodily sensations through past experiences, context, and predictions. A racing heart could mean fear, excitement, or anticipation, depending on the situation.
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The Construction of Emotion: Are Feelings Born or Made?
Emotions may seem immediate, potent and automatic. But Barrett's work suggests that they might also be inextricably tied to prediction