Strained tension

Edgy

Also known as on edge

Strength 2 of 4

Wound up and quick to react, with patience worn thin, so that small sounds, questions or delays land harder than they usually would.

In the body

  • Muscles primed to spring
  • A sharpness creeping into the voice
  • Quick, clipped movements

Needs behind it

When these needs aren’t met

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Softer and stronger

  1. Restless
  2. Edgy
  3. Jittery
  4. Tense
  5. Agitated

Often confused with

Irritated

Irritated is aimed at something that grates; edgy is a tension already in you that makes small things land hard.

Jittery

Jittery is a shaky, nervy buzz in the body; edgy is a readiness to snap, with patience worn thin.

See also

Frazzled