Fear worry

Uneasy

Strength 1 of 4

Something feels slightly off, though you may not be able to say what. A low hum of disquiet sits in the background and keeps tugging at your attention.

In the body

  • A faint knot in the stomach
  • Restless shifting in your seat
  • Shoulders slightly raised

Needs behind it

When these needs aren’t met

Softer and stronger

  1. Concerned
  2. Uneasy
  3. Apprehensive
  4. Nervous
  5. Worried
  6. Anxious
  7. Dread
  8. Panicked

Often confused with

Suspicious

Uneasy is a vague sense that something is off; suspicious aims that doubt at a particular person or story and looks for proof.

Uncomfortable

Uneasy is a vague disquiet that something may be wrong, often without knowing what; uncomfortable is being ill at ease in a particular situation, with a pull to shift or step back.

See also