Have you ever wondered about the meanings behind phrases like "cold feet" and "heart swells"? This week, we explore the fascinating research conducted by a team of biomedical engineers who mapped bodily reactions to various emotions. Discover the commonalities between emotions like happiness and love, as well as those linked to sadness and depression. 

TLDR: Pattern of bodily sensation, whether increase or decrease in activation in specific areas of the body, in response to common emotions were consistent across cultures.

Links:

https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1321664111

https://greatist.com/connect/emotional-body-maps-infographic

https://www.wired.co.uk/article/mapping-body-emotions

https://www.healthline.com/health/mind-body/how-to-release-emotional-baggage-and-the-tension-that-goes-with-it

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