Emotional Balance Cards
We think in terms of 5 general emotions joy, fear, sadness, disgust, and anger. But is that the emotion you are feeling?
Please select the emotion that you are presently feeling, and then refer to the back of the corresponding card to read the anchoring statement. This statement can help you disable limiting automatic thoughts and replace them with more empowering ones.
Additionally, you can explore blog posts categorized by emotional intelligence skills to gain a deeper understanding of each emotion.
The Cards are divided into positive, negative, and neutral emotions depending on the level of pleasantness and energy.
Positive Emotions
AL
Acknowledged
Interpersonal Development, Social Awareness
"Feel satisfied you have received recognition from yourself and others."
opposing emotion:
Ignored
AT
Assertive
Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Development, Self-Expression
"Communication flows as you express yourself in a respectful and non-judgmental way."
opposing emotion:
Aggressive
CP
Capable
Emotional Regulation, Self-Awareness, Self-Expression
"Feel capable. Everything you desire is within your reach and yours to have."
opposing emotion:
Incompetent
CV
Communicative
Interpersonal Development, Self-Expression, Self-Management
"Communicative = meaning + intent."
opposing emotion:
Reserved
CF
Confident
Emotional Regulation, Self-Expression, Self-Management
"Confidence empowers you to think out loud, preferably in an empathic way."
opposing emotion:
Afraid
DM
Determinated
Adaptability, Interpersonal Developement, Social Awareness
"Determination is the most dependable way toward success."
opposing emotion:
Insecure
EP
Empathic
Interpersonal Development, Self-Expression, Social Awareness
"Empathy is expressing to someone else that they are not alone."
opposing emotion:
Indifference
EW
Empowered
Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness
"Enjoy your free and open disposition."
opposing emotion:
Disallowed
EA
Engaged
Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness, Self-Expression, Self-Management
"Engagement is deliberate, you need to want and choose it."
opposing emotion:
Disengaged
FL
Flexible
Adaptability, Emotional Regulation, Self-Regulation
"The limit of your flexibility is your self-regard."
opposing emotion:
Rigid
GR
Grateful
Adaptability, Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness, Social Awareness
"The flow of gratitude is a practice in finding things to be grateful for."
opposing emotion:
Unappreciative
HA
Happy
Adaptability, Interpersonal Development, Self Awareness, Self-Expression
"Congratulations! You are in alignment with yourself."
opposing emotion:
Troubled
HE
Helpful
Interpersonal Development, Social Awareness
"We grow while helping others."
opposing emotion:
Unhelpful
MO
Motivated
Self-Expression
"Carry on. Ignore self-sabotaging behaviors or thoughts that prevent you from doing what you want to do."
opposing emotion:
Discouraged
OB
Objective
Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness, Self-Management
"Remain objective, and consider all the possibilities."
opposing emotion:
Biased
OP
Optimistic
Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Social Awareness
"Optimism guides you toward positive outcomes and is contagious, making you a source of positivity to others."
opposing emotion:
Pessimistic
RP
Respected
Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Development, Self-Expression
"Respect is earned by treating others respectfully."
opposing emotion:
Disrespected
SA
Satisfied
Self-Awareness, Self-Expression
"The initial step toward satisfaction is being content with yourself."
opposing emotion:
Unfulfilled
SE
Secure
Emotional Regulation, Self-Awareness
"Calmness and confidence permeate your surroundings, giving you stability and an inner sense of approval."
opposing emotion:
Insecure
SF
Successful
Adaptability, Emotional Regulation, Self-Expression, Self-Management, Social Awareness
"Success is the outcome of your hard work, and it takes a number of unsuccessful attempts to get there."
opposing emotion:
Ineffective
VA
Valued
Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness
"Value is a healthy balance of your self-regard and the well-intended evaluation of others."
opposing emotion:
Devalued
Neutral Emotions
AA
Apathetic
Adaptability, Social Awareness
"Take a stand, create some movement."
opposing emotion:
Passionate
CO
Confused
Self-Awareness, Self-Management
"Asking the right questions will yield clarity. In some cases, taking action will further discern it."
opposing emotion:
Clear
DP
Dependent
Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Development, Self-Expression, Self-Management
"Ask for support, but never depend on it, as you should be your own go-to person."
opposing emotion:
Independent
DH
Detached
Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness, Self-Expression
"Let go of unhealthy thoughts and relationships. Connect with yourself."
opposing emotion:
Connected
DT
Disappointed
Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Social Awareness
"You can achieve your desires. Give it another try."
opposing emotion:
Satisfied
FU
Frustrated
Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness, Self-Expression
"Looking at reality from a different perspective can reduce frustration."
opposing emotion:
Encouraged
IG
Ignored
Interpersonal Development
"The first step toward recognition is to acknowledge yourself."
opposing emotion:
Acknowledged
IE
Ineffective
Adaptability, Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness
"In order to be effective, align your thoughts and actions at every step."
opposing emotion:
Effective
IF
Inflexible
Adaptability, Emotional Regulation
"Flexibility allows you to see possibilities where you assumed there were none."
opposing emotion:
Flexible
PS
Passive
Emotional Regulation, Interpersonal Development
"Be curious and act instead of ignoring and waiting for someone else to take the lead."
opposing emotion:
Energized
Negative Emotions
AG
Aggressive
Interpersonal Development, Self-Management
"Channel aggression into progression."
opposing emotion:
Assertive
AN
Angry
Adaptability, Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness
"Prevent unhealthy reactions to justified anger by setting limits and enforcing boundaries."
opposing emotion:
Happy
AX
Anxious
Adaptability, Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness
"Stay in control. Create a sense of calm by not assuming the worst-case scenario."
opposing emotion:
Calm
CC
Critical
Interpersonal Development, Self-Awareness, Self-Expression
"Have the courage to overcome your initial thoughts."
opposing emotion:
Appreciative
FE
Fearful
Interpersonal Development, Self-Management
"Fear has a justified purpose, but don't let it prevent you from reaching your goals."
opposing emotion:
Courageous
GY
Guilty
Adaptability, Self-Awareness
"Don't blame yourself. Guilt is a self-destructive burden."
opposing emotion:
Acceptance
IV
Impulsive
Interpersonal Development, Self-Management
"You are not your feelings. Try to act against your impulse."
opposing emotion:
Controlled
IS
Insecure
Adaptability, Emotional Regulation, Self-Awareness, Self-Management
"Insecurities are eliminated the moment you start fully approving of yourself."
opposing emotion:
Determined
IR
Irritated
Emotional Regulation, Self-Awareness
"Experiencing irritation can mark the beginning of gaining insight into yourself and others."
opposing emotion:
Calm
NG
Negative
Adaptability, Self-Awareness
"Instead of assuming the worst, be hopeful for the best."
opposing emotion:
Optimistic
NR
Nervous
Emotional Regulation, Self-Management
"Take a deep breath and purposely transition into a state of excitement."
opposing emotion:
Confident
PM
Pessimistic
Adaptability, Self-Awareness
"Recognize favorable aspects of a situation and be open to positivity."
opposing emotion:
Optimistic
RR
Regretful
Self-Awareness
"True power lies in your ability to take ownership of your thoughts and actions, even when things don't go as planned."
opposing emotion:
Satisfied
RJ
Rejected
Self-Awareness, Self-Management
"Experience a sense of completeness and satisfaction by embracing self-love and self-acceptance."
opposing emotion:
Accepted
SD
Sad
Adaptability, Self-Awareness
"Consider your heart's true desires and reconnect to yourself."
opposing emotion:
Happiness
SK
Skeptical
Self-Management
"Having doubts is normal, and you get to decide how much you need to investigate in order to feel comfortable."
opposing emotion:
Certain
SR
Stressed
Emotional Regulation, Self-Awareness, Self-Management
"Step back and look at the situation from a different angle. Engage in purposeful distraction for a while."
opposing emotion:
Calm
VU
Vulnerable
Adaptability, Emotional Regulation, Social Awareness
"By opening ourselves up to others, we are also opening ourselves to further growth and development."
opposing emotion:
Brave
WO
Worried
Emotional Regulation, Self-Awareness, Self-Management
"Release control and reframe the scenario by focusing on the positive aspects of a situation."
opposing emotion:
Resilient