Affections

In psychology, “affections” refer to the feelings or emotional states that influence how we perceive and respond to situations. They are the subjective experiences of emotions like happiness, anger, sadness, or fear, which can fluctuate quickly and color our overall mood. Affections are different from longer-lasting traits; they are more immediate and transient emotional responses. Recognizing and understanding affections helps us navigate our emotional landscape, enabling better self-awareness and emotional regulation. Essentially, affections are the moment-to-moment feelings that shape our emotional experience and influence our behavior.