Thrown surprise

Stunned

Also known as speechless, unbelieving

Strength 4 of 4

So overwhelmed by what has just happened that thought and speech stop for a while, as if your mind needs time to catch up with events.

In the body

  • Going completely still
  • A blank, unfocused stare
  • Words not coming
  • A ringing or muffled feeling in the head

Needs behind it

When these needs aren’t met

SafetyClarity

Softer and stronger

  1. Startled
  2. Surprised
  3. Astonished
  4. Shocked
  5. Stunned

Often confused with

Numb

Stunned is a temporary blankness right after a blow; numb is a longer shutting off of feeling.

Shocked

Shocked is the hard jolt as something serious lands; stunned is the stillness that follows, when thought and speech have stopped.

See also

Bewildered