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What are emotions?
A state of mind where an individual feels joy, sorrow, anger, jealousy in a particular situation
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What is passions ?
Feelings or passions are emotions or movements of the sensitive appetite that incline us to act or not to act in regard to something felt or imagined to be good or evil.
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What are some examples of ways we express emotions?
We express emotions through our actions, words, and body language.
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What is an example of how someone is passionate ?
Example: An actor is passionate about drama or a singer is passionate about music and singing
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What is the importance of emotions? Give two points.
1. If we are aware of our feelings, we can control our behaviour. If we are not aware of them, our behaviour will be unpredictable and control us.
2. When we are unaware of our deepest feelings, we can behave in destructive ways without realizing it. |
True of False: Emotions and passions are gifts from God
True
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What are the four types of emotions ?
1. Noticing
2. Owning 3. Naming 4.Responding |
True of False: In Christian writings, emotions are often called, "passions"
True
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Which emotions remind us of our need for God ?
1. Love- Call to be one with God
2. Hate- Reminds us that evil is real 3. Anger and fear- We don't have the ability or the right to control everything 4. Joy- Call to stand in God's presence 5. Sorrow - God can fill our emptiness 6. Desire- God can sa |
What is the most important thing to remember about emotions and passions in Catholic faith?
That no matter how we feel or what we are passionate about, God is always with us. WE ARE NEVER ALONE!
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