Glad happiness

Pleased

Also known as pleasure

Strength 1 of 4

Quietly satisfied that something went well or came out as you wanted, often something you did yourself or had a hand in.

In the body

  • A small nod to yourself
  • A satisfied out-breath
  • Posture lengthening slightly

Needs behind it

When these needs are met

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Softer and stronger

  1. Glad
  2. Pleased
  3. Cheerful
  4. Happy
  5. Delighted
  6. Joyful
  7. Radiant
  8. Blissful
  9. Ecstatic
  10. Elated

Often confused with

Glad

Glad is a light lift at how things turned out; pleased adds a note of satisfaction, often about something you did or chose.

Faux feelings that can hide this

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