Secondary Emotions

Secondary Emotions

Update: 2025-04-23
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This week on Messages from the Middle I talk about secondary emotions.


Secondary emotions are more complex emotions that develop as a result of social and cultural influences, personal experiences, and cognitive processes. Unlike primary emotions (which are universal and biologically hardwired, such as happiness, sadness, fear, anger, surprise, and disgust), secondary emotions are learned and shaped by our interactions with others.


Secondary emotions play a significant role in mental health, as they shape how we process experiences, interact with others, and regulate our thoughts and behaviors. When managed well, they contribute to emotional intelligence and resilience. However, difficulties in processing secondary emotions can lead to mental health challenges


Take a listen this week to learn about secondary emotions and how they can help you with your mental health.


contact me: @childsongbird @wendyparrishcoaching


email: wendy@wendyparrish.com

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Secondary Emotions

Secondary Emotions

Wendy Parrish