Deflated despair

Pessimistic

Strength 1 of 4

Expecting things to turn out poorly, with a quiet doubt hanging over plans and possibilities before anything has actually gone wrong.

In the body

A slightly drawn brow
A half shrug
Dampened, guarded energy

Needs behind it

When these needs aren’t met

Hope Trust Reassurance

Softer and stronger

Often confused with

Doubtful questions whether something is true or will work; pessimistic expects things to turn out badly.

Pessimistic expects things to turn out poorly but still allows some chance; hopeless sees no way at all that things could get better.

See also

Disillusioned Dissatisfied