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#188 Into the Depths

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Jun 9, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Marie’s Cute Aggression Experience

  • Marie experiences "cute aggression," feeling an urge to squeeze or punch cute things despite not wanting to harm them.
  • This reaction is an emotional release from overwhelming positive feelings beyond just joy.
INSIGHT

Cute Aggression Regulates Emotions

  • Cute aggression helps regulate intense positive emotions so people aren't overwhelmed by cuteness.
  • It signals playful intent, while cute sadness signals calmer, gentler feelings, aiding social communication.
ANECDOTE

Damiano’s Unexpected Cute Aggression

  • Damiano, usually very composed, has developed extreme cute aggression towards his pregnant girlfriend.
  • This flood of tender emotions feels like being a teenager caught up in an intense crush.
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